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1. Band Promo Videos On A Budget
With creativity and these tips, you can make great promo videos for your band at very little expense.

2. Singing Songs Of Freedom - Miriam Makeba
About 5 years ago I wanted to learn a song, a beautiful African song, called Hapo Zamani. I had heard it sung by Miriam Makeba, from her 1989 Welela album...

3. Cuing Your Band
Bands can make their shows run smoothly and seem magically in sync and effortless, using cues to communicate onstage. Here are some useful cues commonly used by musicians in live performances.

4. Injuries & Performance I
Sometimes in the life of a musician, there may be stumbling blocks, snags, pitfalls and pratfalls. What happens when you don’t steer clear and you really do “break a leg”?

5. Musicians Deserve Respect, And Regular Meals
Have you ever had a gig where you felt unappreciated and were not treated right? Do your shows ever leave you famished and run down? You are not alone! Here are some solutions. Read on!

6. The Noble Fan - Patron Of The Arts
Wondering why some family members, fans and friends may be lackadaisical about showing enthusiasm for your music? If they tell you they like your band, they probably do. They may just need some enhanced understanding about the mutual benefits of expressing their support, and how easy it can be.

7. Injuries & Performance II
A serious injury can appear to be a daunting setback for a working professional musician. But there are options. Here is some advice based on my experience with a broken wrist.

8. Rock Like A Pirate, Me Mateys!
Bein' a hearty wench who likes pirates an’ booty, an’ havin' performed at a fair number o' pirate parties, I thought I would just jot out a few wee anecdotes in honor o' "Talk Like A Pirate Day". Little did I realize...

9. The Self Determined Musician
The potential for a fulfilling musical career has never been greater.

10. Moving Past Fear
Do you let fear keep you from chasing your dream of being a musician?



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