If there’s one thing Aaron Shadwell understands perfectly, it’s the importance of the live show to his career in music! Aaron discovered Tom Jackson Productions last summer when he started searching for a way to “have a good time” doing the music he and his band loved to do. So he signed up to attend […]
Archives for December 2011
Live Webinar on 01/17/12: Moments that Work
Backstage Pass members, get online for a FREE LIVE WEBINAR, Tuesday, January 17, 8pm (central time). For one hour, learn how to put together moments that work for your audience with your songs! Hear about successful moments that have been created by artists, both indie and major, and find out what made them successful. Get […]
Brett Manning at Tom Jackson Bootcamp Part 1 of 6 Video
You don’t need to go through fear and trepidation every time you sing something that’s vocally challenging! Learn to feel the release and freedom of being able to smoothly move from chest voice to head voice, without losing the power and quality of the sound. Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a wide variety of […]
Brett Manning at Tom Jackson Bootcamp Part 2 of 6 Video
In this video, learn three little exercises that can put you so far ahead of the game with your singing voice, you’ll be amazed! Also, learn what kind of sound you’ll get with a high larynx compared to a low larynx. Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a wide variety of great information that will […]
Brett Manning at Tom Jackson Bootcamp Part 3 of 6 Video
To be a great singer you need a plan, a set of exercises, and a coach who knows what he’s doing! In this video, sing through Brett Manning’s exercises along with Bootcamp attendees and watch your range increase more in just a few minutes than it has in years. Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer […]
Brett Manning at Tom Jackson Bootcamp Part 4 of 6 Video
Raspy voice in the morning? In this video, learn Brett’s techniques to get rid of “morning voice!” See why it’s important to work with your body mechanics, and to make your voice speech-like when you sing. And note Brett’s presidential teaching style that makes everything easy to understand! Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a […]
Brett Manning at Tom Jackson Bootcamp Part 5 of 6 Video
Rock singers – want to sing with grit? Gospel singers – want to add some style and punch to your vocals? Brett Manning of Singing Succes teaches you how in this video. Also, learn the truth about opening your mouth to sing high, get the scoop on low notes, and discover the secret to healthy […]
Brett Manning at Tom Jackson Bootcamp Part 6 of 6 Video
Brett Manning, world renowned vocal coach and creator of Singing Success, taught this workshop at a Tom Jackson Bootcamp. His teaching in this video is valuable – in fact, it’s priceless for your music career if you are ever going to be singing! Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer a wide variety of great information […]
Tom Jackson in Toronto on 03/24/12
Selected performers will receive a Live Music Makeover that pulls out the uniqueness of each artist and helps them connect emotionally to everyone in the audience. A crash course in going from good to great on stage. This is an invaluable nuts-and-bolts experience for any artist serious about stagecraft and not-to-be-missed! Website
Songwriting: The Death of the Long Intro
Snip, snip, snip. Yeah, doesn’t that feel better? I can hear that 30 second introduction cut down to 15 seconds. It’s a nice smooth, kind introduction. The longer the intro (for play on the radio or for the recording), the weaker the song immediately gets, and the sleepier the listeners get. You want your intro […]
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