How To Excel In Your Performance
Work on the performance with your eyes open and stay calm.
Focus on the music, and not what is happening around you.
Know your instrument well so that you can fix any issues without thinking about how to do it.
Have a plan before arriving at the venue, this will help both with nerves and performance preparation.
Drink plenty of fluids, eat something nutrient dense and keep hydrated.
Stay off social media right before going on stage to avoid distractions and false comparisons.
Be prepared for audience feedback and follow the instructions of the band/audience.
Maintain a positivity level, no matter how difficult it may be.
Take care of yourself on and off stage, this will help keep you in control of your emotions and physical health. Exercise before shows/rehearsals to cope with anxiety.
Create an onstage persona that fits with the music instead of trying to imitate what others do.
Don't try too hard, if you look like a rockstar you will get over-confident and sound like one too!
Set up tight if possible, without entanglements or distractions (ie: pens flying every direction) that can hurt to move or trip over. If you must have your laptop/setlist then make sure it's not cluttered and not in the way.
Stay hydrated, water intake before and during the show can help with hydration, as well as keeping your mind sharp.
Wear comfortable shoes that are easy to move around in. Change them if possible because they may break down over time leading to anxiety and other health issues.
Wear comfortable CLOTHES that make you feel happy, safe, tight and confident.
Avoid heavy metal earrings, bracelets or piercings that may get caught on equipment/other people's clothes.
Always keep a close eye on yourself and your body during the performance, this will help you focus and not get distracted by any pain, discomfort or illness.
Be safe and smart out there, no matter how good you think you are.
Practice makes perfect, so keep practicing to improve your performance.
Use an amp that is made for your genre of music to provide better tones. The sounds can influence everyone's perceptions of your sound; this is why everything that could possibly be wrong with your amp is always being talked about in the band's Facebook Groups...
Be yourself, even if there are people out there who may only see you as a dress-up doll/Chop Chop.
Don't try to impress anyone, including the audience!
Have fun!
All of this advice can be broken down and applied both on stage and before shows/rehearsals. Stay positive and have fun at all times, no matter what situations you may have to deal with. The experience will only make you better, so keep practicing and performing for your fans! Stay tuned for more Steff Dimin's Music Talks...
What's Next:
This month I will be releasing a new video of me performing "Bitter Sweet Symphony" live for the screen. I will also be releasing a few more How To Excel In Your Performance videos so stay tuned for that!
How Do You Get Involved:
Be sure to check out my latest video discussing Performance Anxiety in the video section! You can also subscribe to my channel and YouTube channel for updates on the next video and more content about music and life.
I would love to hear how music has affected your life! Be sure to share your thoughts in the comments section or write me at steffdimin@gmail.com! Thank you for your support!
*Please note that all opinions expressed are my own and may not represent the views of others. Please use this blog as a source of information, but also do your own research and go to a doctor if you need to.*
Disclaimer:
I am not a doctor or any sort of medical professional. I am simply expressing an opinion based on my own experiences. This is advice I would give to my friends if they asked me, and I hope it can help someone else besides myself!
The music industry can be tough, but hopefully this blog can help you through the hard times. With that being said, there's a lot to learn and know so I encourage you to be proactive in your education! A positive mindset can help you get through the toughest of times and there are many ways to conquer the darkness, don't be scared or feel like there is no way out, because I have faith that things will get better.
If you have any questions/comments/concerns please send me an email at steffdimin@gmail.com ! Thank you for reading! Also, check out my Facebook Page for updates! Stay tuned for more Steff Dimin's Music Talks...
Welcome To Steff Dimin's Blog! [BLOG START]
Hello, this is Steff Dimin and welcome to my blog! I am a singer/songwriter who lives in Los Angeles.
I will be writing blog posts on a weekly basis about the music industry, life as a musician and what it takes to be successful in this business. Lastly, I will be sharing video recordings of my performances from time to time. So stay tuned for that!
In the meantime, please send me comments/questions at steffdimin@gmail.com !
You can also visit my website at www.SteffDimin.com where you can find lyrics to some of my favorite songs as well as a few behind the scene videos! Thank you for reading, I hope this blog can help many of you through the music industry journey. I appreciate any feedback and questions that you might want to share with me!
"The music industry has been good to me, so I want to do everything I can to help others!" - Steff Dimin
The Music Industry Isn't Always Beautiful: The Struggles Of Becoming A Musician Pt.1
The Music Industry Isn't Always Beautiful: The Struggles Of Becoming A Musician Pt.2
In this first video, I discuss the struggles that happen in the music industry, and how they can affect even the most talented of artists. Struggles such as fear of failure, exhaustion and general lack of support make it difficult to do what you love.
This was an extremely long video (about 3 hours) so I will be breaking it into two parts.
Conclusion:
Life can definitely be difficult for a struggling artist, but there is so much opportunity out there for those who work hard. If you want to succeed in the music industry, then you need to be a part of an instrument/vocal group, socialize and make contacts consistently, keep your eyes open and help others when needed. Never give up!
Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel for all of my latest videos!
The Music Industry Isn't Always Beautiful: The Struggles Of Becoming A Musician Pt.3
For this video I discuss the hardships that come with being a struggling musician such as stress, financial problems and emotional trauma.