Little Known Ways To Improve Your Stage Presence

If you are a singer, or someone who is learning to become a singer, it can be pretty easy to overlook the importance of your stage presence, especially if you are new to performing in front of many people. Being able to sing is great, but if you just stand there looking nervous or uncomfortable, it can affect an otherwise amazing performance. Stage presence is a very important aspect of becoming a singer because of the visual aspect of a live performance. Having good stage presence shows you're comfortable doing your thing, not to mention it's just a lot more entertaining. The importance of stage presence will also vary depending on the type of singer you are.

The first thing to keep in mind is what kind of singer you are, and the type of music you sing. For example, if you're in a rock band, it's a good idea to move around a lot. It doesn't necessarily have to be anything over the top, but the crazier it is the more entertaining it can be, like stage diving for example. If you're a pop star you'll still be moving around but it won't be as frantic as in a band, and might even involve more dancing (depends on the music you're playing). However, there are a couple of things to keep in mind regardless of what kind of singer you are. Those things are eye contact, and body language. In terms of eye contact, it means singing with your eyes open (many new singers sing with their eyes closed which is a huge mistake) and focused on the crowd. In terms of body language, it simply means moving around and looking comfortable because when you're feeling nervous it tends to show. The idea is to have fun with it, and over time you will feel a lot more comfortable. The more in the moment you are, the better you will do.

So how can you develop better stage presence? It's something that can be improved, but not necessarily taught. This means that developing your stage presence comes from experience on stage. Experience will make you feel more relaxed, and you'll know what works for you and what doesn't. If you're new to singing live, a good way to learn stage presence is by watching videos of your favourite singers live, and practicing what you see. Take a look and see who has the best stage presence and what those singers have in common. You don't have to imitate them exactly but at least take influence from them. Once it's time for a real show you'll feel a lot more comfortable and prepared, but if you're still feeling nervous don't panic. Just remember that feeling nervous at first is OK, and that it will go away eventually.

If you've ever watched live music then you probably know how important stage presence is. Good music is always better with a great performance. Keep your eyes on the audience, move around, gain experience, and you should be well on your way to improving your stage presence, and learning how to become a singer in the process.