#musicians — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #musicians, aggregated by home.social.
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Music Business Worldwide: SoundCloud starts letting artists sell downloads direct from their profiles – and says it’s taking zero commission. “The company launched a beta of direct music purchases on Wednesday (August 26), opening it to a select group of Artist Pro creators who can now sell tracks from their profiles. SoundCloud says it takes no commission on purchases, with artists […]
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/08/26/music-business-worldwide-soundcloud-starts-letting-artists-sell-downloads-direct-from-their-profiles-and-says-its-taking-zero-commission/ -
SINE WAVES ON SUNDAY
Sunday 30 August 2026, 1500 BST, Voice FM RadioAn LGBT+ special of Sine Waves On Sunday for Southampton Pride - featuring new electronic music from @SamanthaJaneSmith and @violethousekid, alternate tunings from Wendy Carlos, plus remembrances of John Cage, SOPHIE, Bronski Beat, Patrick Cowley and Robert Racic.
https://www.voicefmradio.co.uk/on-air/shows/sine-waves-on-sunday-with-max-williams/
#electronicmusic #radio #electronic #synth #music #musicians #fedimusic #newmusic #SineWavesOnSunday
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r.i.p. || happy future travels,
Dolly Parton
i will always love you
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Daily Vocal Warm-ups That Work
Every great singer knows that the voice performs at its best when it is properly prepared. Just as athletes warm up before a race, singers should warm up before rehearsals, performances, or even personal practice.
As a vocal instructor, I’ve seen many singers struggle with vocal fatigue, pitch inconsistency, and limited vocal control—not because they lacked talent, but because they skipped one essential habit: consistent vocal warm-ups.
Start with Breathing Exercises
Your voice is powered by breath. Before singing, take slow, deep breaths, allowing your diaphragm to expand naturally. Controlled breathing helps improve tone, endurance, and vocal stability.
Relax Your Body
Tension in your neck, shoulders, and jaw can affect your voice. Gently stretch these areas and maintain good posture. A relaxed body allows the voice to flow more freely.
Warm Up with Gentle Humming
Begin with soft humming on comfortable notes. This gently awakens the vocal folds and improves resonance without placing unnecessary strain on the voice.
Practice Lip Trills or Tongue Trills
These simple exercises help coordinate breath and vocal production while reducing tension. They are excellent for improving vocal flexibility and smooth transitions between notes.
Sing Scales Slowly
Practice major scales using simple vowel sounds such as “Ah,” “Ee,” “Oo,” or “Oh.” Start within your comfortable range before gradually expanding higher and lower.
Improve Diction
Practice tongue twisters or clearly pronounce consonants and vowels. Good diction helps listeners understand your message and improves overall vocal clarity.
End with a Song
Finish your warm-up by singing a familiar song with proper breathing, clear diction, and expressive phrasing. Focus on communicating the message, not just singing the notes.
Consistency Produces Results.
The benefits of vocal warm-ups are not always immediate, but they accumulate over time. Singers who warm up consistently often experience better pitch accuracy, stronger breath support, improved vocal endurance, and greater confidence.
Remember, your voice is a living instrument. Treat it with care, train it consistently, and give it the preparation it deserves before asking it to perform.
Your voice will reward the discipline you invest in it.
Reflection
If your voice reflects your daily habits, what changes can you make to prepare it better before every rehearsal or performance?
#art #band #bands #choir #churchchoir #music #musicDirector #musicians #performance #rehearsal #rehearsals #singer #singers #singersgospelSingers #singingtips #stageconfidence #Victoradenola #voicecoach“A confident performance begins long before the first note. The habits you build during your warm-up become the strength you carry onto the stage.” — Victor Adenola
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Pianoforall offers a structured way to learn piano through interactive ebooks, videos, and audio lessons. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve, you can explore playing various styles like ballads, blues, and jazz. Perfect for self-taught musicians! Check it out: https://getmusictools.com/pianoforall #LearnPiano #MusicEducation #Musicians
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47 years ago today, August 25, 1979, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers Band, debuted at #55 on Billboard’s Hot Country Singles chart with “All the Gold in California”. It went on to peak at #1 for two weeks and spent a total of 15 weeks on the chart.
My mom bought their album. I remember seeing it leaning against the front of her record player brings back good memories.
#vinylcommunity #legendary #brothers #singers #musicians #classics #vinyl #musiclegends #vinylcollection #musicislife
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#LambrniGirls on tour in #FascistUSA and the crowds love them!
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"Maybe she’s not for you, even though she’s for everyone."
Revisit Alison Fishburn's 2021 collection of seven #longreads on singer-songwriter Dolly Parton: https://longreads.com/2021/01/19/happy-birthday-dolly-parton-reading-list/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social
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New on our blog: Mirlo Features Update: Mirlo on Mobile (iOS) by Mirlo
https://mirlo.space/team/posts/750
Support Mirlo: https://mirlo.space/team/tip ❤️🐦⬛
#Music #Mirlo #Blog #Blogs #MusicNews #FediMusic #Fediverse #Musicians
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More good news for #musicians and real #music after #Australia bans #AI-generated music from the charts.
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Deadline: Dr. Dre Admits He Uses AI To Produce, Doesn’t See It “As A Threat”: “I’m Embracing It”. “As creative industries remain divided on AI, Dr. Dre is full steam ahead on implementing the technology in his own work. The 8x Grammy winner recently admitted to using artificial intelligence in his music producing, explaining the he doesn’t see the technology ‘as a threat,’ but as […]
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/08/24/dr-dre-admits-he-uses-ai-to-produce-doesnt-see-it-as-a-threat-im-embracing-it-deadline/ -
“It’s a testament to the #guitar,” Lage adds of the show. “It’s a very friendly instrument, you know. The #genre thing isn’t really a thing when you’re with like-minded #musicians.” (Clip embedded in the piece is great)
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RE: https://xn--8r9a.com/@north/117149012216842295
Fellow musically-inclined people, here you go:
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A sonic cut and paste that references Mark Fisher alongside YouTube clickbait and contains song titles such as "Feels Like Everybody's Given Up" and "Like Subscribe Outro"?
It must be today's #MirloMondays pick. This is Pölysormi, with "Ghosts of my Time". 🕰️🐦⬛
https://mirlo.space/pölysormi/release/ghosts-of-my-time
#Music #NewMusic #TripHop #Downtempo #MusicRecommendation #Musicians #Mirlo #Sound #Listen #Listening #NowPlaying #NowListening
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Does anyone know of any bands that could be approacheable and that could be down with being the screenshot for kew on kewplayer.com and on github and codeberg?
The song has to be dope, that's the only requirement...preferably a band, not a solo artist.
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All Power To The People - Join Iron Man Records on Patreon - Support the Underground - Iron Man Records https://ironmanrecords.net/2026/08/all-power-to-the-people-join-iron-man-records-on-patreon-support-the-underground/ #music #musicians
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Morning! Apparently CDs are back in vogue. As far as I'm concerned they never went away, so this was an amusing read. Although mentions of 'cultural capital' and a possible 'USB revival' made me vomit.
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/22/young-people-buying-all-in-one-cd-players -
RAPPLER | Philippine & World News | Investigative Journalism | Data | Civic Engagement | Public Interest [Unofficial] @[email protected] ·For poet-singer Toni Panagu, art begins as ideas you gamble on
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/artists/poet-singer-toni-panagu-profile/
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Learning Music by Ear vs. Reading Notes
One of the most common questions aspiring musicians ask is, “Should I learn music by ear or learn to read music?”
The answer is simple: both are valuable, and together they make you a more complete musician.
As a music instructor and mentor, I’ve worked with students who could play almost any song by listening, and others who could read complex sheet music with confidence. The musicians who develop both skills are often the most versatile and adaptable.
Rather than choosing one over the other, it’s better to understand the strengths of each approach.
Learning Music by Ear
Playing by ear means listening to music and reproducing it without relying on written notation.
This skill helps you:
- evelop a strong musical ear.
- Recognize melodies, chords, and rhythms
- Improvise more naturally.
- Play confidently in informal settings.
- Respond quickly during live performances.
Playing by ear encourages creativity and deepens your listening skills.
Reading Music
Reading music enables you to understand written musical notation and perform what is on the page.
This skill helps you:
- Learn new pieces more efficiently.
- Perform accurately with choirs, bands, and orchestras.
- Communicate effectively with other musicians.
- Study music theory with greater understanding.
- Access a much wider range of musical repertoire.
Reading music provides a strong foundation that opens doors to lifelong musical growth.
Which Is Better?
The real question isn’t which skill is better—it’s which skills will help you become a well-rounded musician.
Imagine trying to communicate using only listening but never reading, or reading without ever listening. In music, both abilities complement each other.
A musician who plays by ear can often learn quickly and perform spontaneously. A musician who reads music can interpret complex compositions and collaborate confidently in structured musical settings.
A musician who can do both enjoys the best of both worlds.
Develop Both Skills
You don’t have to master everything at once. How to navigate this:
- Listening actively to different styles of music.
- Practicing ear-training exercises.
- Learning basic music notation.
- Reading simple melodies.
- Singing intervals and scales.
- Applying both skills during your daily practice.
Each skill strengthens the other.
Conclusion
Music is both a language you hear and a language you read.
The more ways you learn to understand it, the more confidently you can express it.
Don’t limit yourself to one approach. Build your ear, strengthen your reading skills, and continue growing as a complete musician.
Your greatest opportunities often come from being prepared in more than one way.
Reflection
Which musical skill would make the biggest difference in your growth right now—improving your ear, strengthening your music reading, or intentionally developing both?
#art #band #bands #choir #churchchoir #ImprovedDisciplineAndPatience #music #musicLanguage #musicians #musicperformance #musictheory #performance #singers #singersgospelSingers #VoiceScore“A complete musician doesn’t choose between listening and reading—they develop both. Your ear helps you hear music, and your knowledge helps you understand it.” — Victor Adenola
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African instrument (1722) by Filippo Buonanni, from Gabinetto Armonico pieno d’istromenti sonori.
Source: Library of the University of Seville / Flickr: The Commons
https://pdimagearchive.org/images/e49dd775-8827-4985-8358-65ddd79761dc
#musicians #desolation #music #shawls #landscapes #wunderkammer #engraving #art #publicdomain
