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The Diva Next Door: How to be a Singing Star Wherever You Are
by Jill Switzer
This quintessential guide helps beginning singers become the diva they always wanted to be. Written by a successful vocalist who climbed to fame without any previous experience or outside help, the book provides women of all ages with the steps for building a full-fledged, profitable career as a vocalist. The author divides her book into three phases: getting physically and mentally in shape for a vocalist's career; creating and fine-tuning one's act; and the art of shining at auditions and booking gigs. Like a caring, resourceful girlfriend, the author presents her lessons through a playful mix of anecdotes and musical quotes, recipes for success and pep talks. Practical advice is combined with valuable sample cover letters, performance agreements, references, and a 'diva dictionary' that explains important buzz words and terms from the music business. For any woman who has always dreamed of being a sexy chanteuse, this practical, quirky companion is the key to making this dream come true.
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Reviews
“One of the most talented singers I know has given us her personal story, many fine tips, and much encouragement from her real-life experiences. Warm, funny, right to the heart of what counts in the pursuit of a singing career. Brava, diva Jill!”
—Linda Lavin, Tony Award®–Winner, Television and Film Actress, Producer, Director, and Cabaret Performer
“TheDiva Next Door is required reading for every gal pursuing a career as a vocalist. Jill provides an insightful, entertaining, and accurate guide to achieving excellence in the music business.”
—Faith Prince, Tony Award®–Winning Singer and Actress
“The Diva Next Door is wise and fun to read.”
—Ann Hampton Callaway, Multiplatinum and Award-winning Songwriter, Recording Artist, and Broadway Performer
“I’ve been in the music business for thirty years, and have recorded or auditioned hundreds of singers. I would have given Jill’s book to nearly every one of them. It’s the best book on this subject I’ve ever seen!”
—Michael Laskow, President and CEO, TAXI
“Jill Switzer is such a great talent. This is a “must read” for any aspiring singer!”
—Carol Welsman, Jazz Singer and Pianist
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