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Building Your Career as a Professional Singer
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 11 hours
  • Course by Berklee
  • Offered by

About

Are you looking to earn money on your singing ability? Have you been wondering how to lead a band, secure a gig, or identify the skills you need to stand out onstage? Becoming a professional singer today requires a variety of skills: from basic musicianship skills, arranging songs to best fit your style, recording demos, and even knowing how to manage your finances and book gigs. This course is designed to give singers insight on the tools you’ll need to start building a career as a professional singer. We’ll discuss various career options and revenue streams for today’s singer and identify the elements needed to create a sustainable career. After completing this course, you will have a roadmap of the skills you want to improve, insight on how to be an effective band leader, and tools to secure gigs.

Modules

Welcome to the Course!

    • 1 Videos
    • 5 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • What Are Your Goals?

1 Videos

  • Course Overview

5 Readings

  • Welcome!
  • Connect with Your Classmates
  • Earn A Course Certificate
  • Course Resources
  • Course Assignments

Lesson 1: What is a Professional Vocalist?

    • 5 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 1 Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Career Opportunities

5 Videos

  • What You'll Learn in Lesson 1
  • What is a Professional Vocalist?
  • The Skills of a Professional Vocalist
  • Becoming an Entrepreneur
  • Building Your Portfolio

2 Readings

  • Potential Career Options
  • Identify Your Skills

Lesson 1 Project

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self-Assessment Quiz: Portfolio Part 1

1 Readings

  • Professional Singer Portfolio: Part 1

Lesson 2: Getting into the Music

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 2 Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Creating an Ideal Situation

6 Videos

  • What You'll Learn in Lesson 2
  • Analyzing a Song: Song Form
  • Analyzing a Song: Groove, Textures, and Dynamics
  • Choose the Best Key for You
  • Writing a Chord Chart
  • Changing the Music Style of a Chord Chart

1 Readings

  • Free Berklee Music Theory Handbook

Lesson 2 Project

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self-Assessment Quiz: Portfolio Part 2

1 Readings

  • Professional Singer Portfolio: Part 2

Lesson 3: Leading a Band

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 3 Quiz

1 Discussions

  • What is Your Leadership Style?

6 Videos

  • What You'll Learn in Lesson 3
  • Preparing for Rehearsal
  • Creating a Vibe for an Effective Rehearsal
  • Leading the Rehearsal
  • Giving Feedback and Rehearsing Non-Vocal Sections
  • Logistics: Cost, Rehearsal Space, Scheduling

1 Readings

  • Rehearsal Checklist

Lesson 3 Project

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self-Assessment Quiz: Portfolio Part 3

2 Readings

  • Professional Singer Portfolio: Part 3
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Lesson 4: Essentials of a Successful Professional Career

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 4 Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Payment vs. Experience

6 Videos

  • What You'll Learn in Lesson 4
  • Maintaining Your Vocal Instrument
  • Basic Performance Skills: Musicianship and Stage Presence
  • Securing and Organizing Your Gig
  • Contracts, Agents, and Promoters
  • Managing Yourself vs. Outside Management

1 Readings

  • Vocal Health and Warm-ups

Lesson 4 Project

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self-Assessment Quiz: Portfolio Part 4

1 Readings

  • Professional Singer Portfolio: Part 4

Congratulations!

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Congratulations!

1 Readings

  • Advancing Your Knowledge and Skill

Auto Summary

"Building Your Career as a Professional Singer" is a comprehensive course designed for aspiring singers aiming to turn their passion into a profession. Led by expert instructors, it covers essential skills such as musicianship, song arrangement, recording demos, and financial management. Over 660 minutes of content, learners will explore various career paths, revenue streams, and gain practical tools to lead bands and secure gigs. Available through Coursera with Starter and Professional subscription options, this course is ideal for those looking to create a sustainable singing career.

Ashlee Varner
Instructor

Ashlee Varner