This blog is by singer/songwriter/producer, Benita Charles Music. She shares her thoughts and views on life and music. She resides in Harlem, NY. Her debut CD, Moments In Love: Volume 1 is now available on CD Baby and iTunes.
Merry Christmas!! On this Christmas Day, I'd like to wish you and yours a very special day of love, happiness, laughter, freedom and joy to last for eternity! Today is a gift. Let the spirit of Christmas fill your heart with love!
Thank you so much to all my fans for your continued support of my musical endeavors! I am so grateful for you!
Wishing you all the magic of the holiday! May your dreams come true!!
Much love,
Benita Charles Music
"Sharing love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"
Singing Tips - Recap of "The Show" Part of Singing Tips
(Part 1)
I.Your Talent (the foundation)
1. Start learning songs 2. Warm up your voice 3. Prince Tribute (the ultimate artist) 4. Establish a rehearsal schedule 5. Build your repertoire 6. Take care of your voice 7. Share your gift to the world 8. Write your own songs 9. Find a certified voice teacher 10. Learn a musical instrument
II. Your Live Performance (experience)
11. Sing in front of an audience
12. Project your voice when you sing
13. How to handle technical difficulties and interruptions
14. Singing with live musicians vs. performances tracks
15. Engage your audience
16. How to stay motivated when the going get tough
17. Equipment every singer should own
18. Performing with a live band
19. Always use a set list
20. Choose your song wisely (song choice)
III. Your Original Music (self-expression)
21. Write your own songs (original music)
22. Choose your song topic
23. Song structure
24. Music and lyrics
25. Elements of a hit song
26. How to conquer writer's block
27. Protect your songs (Copyright it)
28. 3 Key reasons why you should collaborate
29. Working with a producer
30. The recording process and completing your music
IV. Your Image (your calling card)
31. Image is everything
32. Self Image/Self Care
33. Your appearance
34. Effective communications
35. Your communication: your message
36. Your behavior (your reputation)
37. Your behavior (time management)
38. Your behavior (self discipline)
39. Your behavior (self confidence)
40. Your behavior (self esteem)
*Experts of "The Show" Part:
Your Live Performance
Minister Angela Williams
Founder of A Girl and her Pearls
Show aired September 10, 2016 (Singing Tip #19 - Set List)
Your Original Music
Azania Noah
International recording artist/singer-songwriter/performer/teacher
Show aired October 15, 2016 (Singing Tip #22 - Song Topic)
A Special Live Recording from Rubulad: Preachermann and The Revival
return to the exclusive spot Rubulad for soulful set of atomic soul!
Come be a part of history of the first live recording album of the band.
Shalimar!
Get up in the water and get wet!! Join one of the hottest bands in NYC
for a soul-stirring show in Brooklyn!! Showtime: 11:00 ($10 cover)
Rubulad is in a secret location in Brooklyn. RSVP to rubulad@outlook.com for Bushwick address.
ABOUT PREACHERMANN AND THE REVIVAL
Preachermann
and The Revival (PATR) is a ten member New York based band that blends rock,
gospel and funk to create an original and engaging sound that
Preachermann has dubbed ATOMIC SOUL. Some of the band's past performances has included but not limited to several residencies at
Shrine World Music Venue, Williamsburg Music Center, a successful fundraiser at The Cutting Room, The Greene Space, The Bitter End, Friends and Lovers, Tammany Hall and Rubulad in New York City. The band’s live performances combine the
expansiveness of stadium rock with the visceral effects of juke joint
blues sessions. Nicknamed ‘The Afro Band’ by a longtime fan,
Preachermann and The Revival never fails to deliver the uplifting
message and danceable cuts concertgoers have come to expect. As
Preachermann says, “Walk in with your burdens, and leave with a smile.
Are you ready for church?”
The Preachermann and The Revival Band: Ed Preachermann Holley, lead vocals
Benita Charles, background vocals
Amnel Holguin, background vocals
Jonah Rosenberg, piano
Joe Paldino, guitar
Nick Paldino, bass
Karl Watson, saxophone, violin
Manny Montanez, percussion
Tom Pope, drums
The Recap Show (Your Image): Ask the Experts - Part 2
In this episode, we discussed all the experts who were kind enough to give of their time, knowledge and gifts to the audience as a compliment to the Image Section of singing tips. We had some excellent experts who discussed fashion and style, time management and self care for artists.
Experts and Show Contributors:
Roxie Seigle (NY Stylist Extraordinaire) "How to Find Your Style" - show aired: 3/4/17
contact information:Rsstylist@gmail.com
Nadine Dillon (D-Nadz Jewelry), business sponsor & show contributor - show aired: 3/4/17
Paul and Martha La Pierre, show contributors (new location: Socrates Sculpture Park, Astoria, Queens) - show aired: 7/16/17
Socrates Sculpture Park - Astoria, Queens (NYC)
Astoria, Queens
1957 Corvette
"A
special thanks to all the experts who gave their time and such valuable information to
my audience! You have truly made a huge impact to my show!! I've gotten
the biggest reaction from the expert shows rather than any other show.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart!" -- Benita Charles
Best wishes to you as you take your voice to the next level!
Much love,
Benita Charles Music
"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"
"Image is Everything!" That is the theme of the "Your Image" Section of the Singing Tips with Benita Charles Show. Nowadays, your image can be more important than your music in some cases. That's why it has to be impeccable.
Your image consists of your appearance, your communications and your behavior. Once you sharpen those areas of your image, you will be unstoppable.
In this show, we reviewed the 10 tips in the "Your Image" Section (Tips 31 - 40).
"Your Image" Section
Tip #31 Image is everything
Tip #32 Self Image/Self Care
Tip #33 Your Appearance
Tip #34 Effective Communications (verbal, non-verbal and written)
Tip #35 Your Communication: Your Message
Tip #36 Your Behavior (Your Reputation) Tip #37 Your Behavior (Time Management)
Tip #38 Your Behavior (Self Discipline)
Tip #39 Your Behavior ( Self Confidence)
Tip #40 Your Behavior (Self Esteem/Self Worth) Best wishes to you as you take your voice to the next level!
Much love,
Benita Charles Music
"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"
Benita Charles with super producer, Themi in New York City
Since we recently had a expert holistic health practitioner, Carolyn Jones on Singing Tips talking about self care for artists, I thought it was important for me to share my struggles with vocal care. In order to remind the audience of the importance for singers and speakers to practice proper vocal care.
On this episode, we discussed the importance of taking care of your voice from my experience of abusing my voice. I've paid the price of severe hoarseness my vocal fatigue.
I'm working on new music in the studio, I've been hired to work with other songwriters on their music in the studio and I've had quite a few live performances. All these things are very demanding for my voice. I haven't been practicing good vocal care and I'm paying the price for my actions. I finally had to take a step back and look at the things I was doing. I had to change my ways or suffer severe vocal damage.
Here 4 ways to Take Care of Your Voice:
1) Watch overusing your voice.
-- Speak at a normal vocal. Sing within your range and work with a vocal teacher to expand your range.
-- Avoid excessive talking, whispering, constant shouting are all things that are bad for your voice if at all possible.
2) Remember to warm up your voice before you sing.
-- Just as you should warm up your muscles before you exercise, the same applies to your voice for singing and public speaking.
-- Even if it's a low hum for a few minutes.
3) Properly hydrate your voice.
-- Drink lots of water before, during and after you sing. I noticed this especially in the studio where the room could be dry.
-- Proper hydration made a huge difference to my recordings.
4) Rest your voice between shows as much as possible.
-- Sometimes it's good to take a complete vocal where for a day or two, where you don't use your voice at all. If you must communicate, you will write down everything you need to say when communicating with others.
-- This will allow your voice to repair from overuse.
I hope these tips were helpful. Please heed my warning and "take care of your voice!"
Best wishes to you as you take your voice to the next level!
Much love,
Benita Charles Music
"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"
Preachermann and The Revival at Friends and Lovers in Brooklyn
Last
night Preachermann and The Revival performed a soulful set of atomic
soul at Friends and Lovers in Brooklyn! The audience had a great time
and the band was on fire!! It was truly a night to remember of great music, good friends and great vibes. The power of music is incredible! Shalimar!!
Preachermann and the Revival in Soundview Park, Bronx
On Sunday, July 2, 2017, Preachermann and The Revival presented a soulful set in the Bronx. It was a day of celebration, good music, great friends and great fun. The audience thoroughly enjoyed the music and the band did not disappoint! It was truly a beautiful day. Shalimar!!
Benita Charles is a singer/songwriter/producer who resides in Harlem, NY. Her debut CD, Moments In Love: Volume 1 is now available on CD Baby and iTunes.
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