Career guide for singers

Jazz, pop and rock singer LeeZa Nail has compiled her experiences as a singer into a guide to help young talents take their own career in hand. While chapters 1 to 4 outline music theory, vocal technique and breathing exercises in such a quick and easy way that they are actually superfluous, the second part of the book presents interesting, well-founded and practical information, put together in a refreshing and sensible way: How do you invent yourself? The necessary equipment and the development of an "own brand" are just as important as self-management and time management. Marketing, advertising, image building and outfitting are just as important as overcoming stage fright, memorization, organization and communication, website, social media and flyers. And last but not least, the business plan has to be right: Insurance, pensions and side jobs need to be planned. Relaxation, exercise and nutrition tips complete the variety of areas addressed.

The information is peppered with anecdotes and interesting facts from the field, while interviews with professional musicians provide insights into their everyday working lives and make the book an original and varied read, especially for newcomers to the profession.

LeeZa Nail: The Singer's Coach. The career guide, 160 p., € 18.95, Alfred Music, Cologne 2019, ISBN 978-3947998081