Piano for the Vocalist
Podcast Description
Hosted by Arabella Berman, our podcast provides practical tips and expert guidance tailored specifically for self-accompanying singers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician, we offer insights on how to seamlessly integrate piano into your vocal performances and build your musical independence. But our podcast goes beyond just piano — episodes cover topics like practice strategies, booking gigs, and effective self-marketing, helping you thrive as an independent artist.About the Program: “Piano for the Vocalist” is your ultimate resource for unlocking the skills to self-accompany with confidence. This largely FREE program is focused on teaching singers to use collaborative piano techniques for vocal performance—rather than traditional piano skills—empowering you to accompany yourself with ease.What sets PFV apart is its unique approach: it’s designed by voice teachers who play piano, not piano teachers. This means the program centers on vocal needs while also incorporating essential piano skills. Tune in for quick tutorials, custom arrangements, and interviews with composers, pianists, and other educators, all aimed at expanding your musical mastery.
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The podcast covers a variety of themes including efficient practice strategies, personal experiences in music, gig booking tips, self-marketing techniques, and the importance of understanding music theory. Notable episodes like Transforming Practice Challenges into Musical Breakthroughs with Dr. Hubert Ho focus on integrating piano skills into vocal routines to enhance performance, while discussions on goal-setting and practice methods aim to support personal growth in independent artists.
Hosted by Arabella Berman, owner and founder of Arabella’s Voice Studio and Piano for the Vocalist, our podcast provides practical tips and expert guidance for singers and multi-instrumentalists. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician, we offer valuable insights on “how to” practice strategies, booking gigs, and effective self-marketing, helping you thrive as an independent artist.
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This podcast is sponsored by:
AVS: At Arabella’s Voice Studio, we believe singing is for everyone. We don’t just help you “find” your voice – we celebrate the one that’s already within you.
Piano for the Vocalist: “Piano for the Vocalist” is your ultimate resource for unlocking the skills to self-accompany with confidence. This largely FREE program is focused on teaching singers to use collaborative piano techniques for vocal performance—rather than traditional piano skills—empowering you to accompany yourself with ease.
In this episode of In My Musical Opinion, host Arabella Berman speaks with Anna Altman, a multi-talented artist who has transitioned from acting and singing to film production, writing, and directing. Anna shares how her deep passion for music has naturally integrated into her filmmaking, demonstrating how musical knowledge and artistic intuition can open doors to diverse creative industries beyond traditional performance. They discuss the realities of producing a music-driven film, from the initial spark of an idea to securing funding and collaborating with other artists.
Topics Covered:
- Expanding Musical Careers: Discovering diverse applications for musical skills beyond performance, such as film production and writing.
- The Creative Process in Film: How music influences story development and the challenges of finding the right musical collaborators.
- Fundraising for Artistic Projects: Overcoming the challenges of securing funding to bring creative visions to life.
- The Power of Intuition and Collaboration: Valuing your artistic instincts and the importance of working with others to expand your creative output.
- Redefining Success: Understanding that ”overnight success” is a myth and appreciating the journey of artistic development.
📩 Connect with Anna Altman:
https://www.causematch.com/linernotes
Podcast Production by Podders: https://podders.io
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