ARTIST DEVELOPMENT NETWORK

Professional Techniques for Singers and Songwriters

“Audiences are so visual in their orientation that an artist’s visual connection with an audience has incredible power. Think about it. Your perception of everything around you is influenced by how it looks. So many artists are mistaken by thinking that people are only there to listen and that the music is everything. But they are so wrong. An audience didn’t come with only ears. If they only wanted to hear you, they’d have bought the CD. They are whole people who have come for a unique experience and every other element, especially the visual, has a huge influence on their opinion of you and your music. Your visual impact has tremendous impact on future bookings and on CD sales.”
Diane Kimbrough, Performance Coach

"As a Songwriter you want to make sure you write from a place of honesty. Write about something you have lived, have seen, or want to experience. Those are the types of songs that others will identify with. You will also want to make sure that your song is not longer then four minutes, so that it fits in with the radio format. A Verse, Chorus, Verse, Chorus, 2 line Bridge, Chorus format is usually the longest you can go without going over four minutes."
Joe Sins, Professional Songwriter

"If you are seeking a singing career, your voice is your main asset and should be fully discovered, maximized and protected as such. Getting into top vocal shape first requires assessment of your vocal strengths and weaknesses: Do you need to address some vocal strain, thin tone, lack of control, pitch or range issues? Do you need to work on developing your unique sound and style of vocal delivery? These and other vocal advances can be made by getting your breath right, your throat open and your communication skills sharpened. And yes, it takes all three."
Judy Rodman, Vocal Coach

These are just 3 of the 10 music industry experts who will be teaching at
our camp for singers this spring and summer.

Click this link for more Singer's Performance Camp information.

Our Nashville Experience

I highly endorse Our Nashville Experience, written by Ed Freeman who is the father of Country Singer/Songwriter Adrianna Freeman.

Caring for our Loved Ones

Hey everyone, Here is a wonderful organization that assists families who are seeking help for their aging loved ones.

Glen Shelton

Nashville’s Artist Development Network president Cathy Lemmon congratulates artist and songwriter Glen Shelton!