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Showtime!

23/12/2010

On a frosty December evening many stars shone brightly for the MooreMelodies Christmas Show.

18 acts took to the stage at Moose Hall, a hidden gem with entertainment facilities ideal for amateur performances located in Winton, Bournemouth.

Show director, Rebecca Moore, is a popular vocal coach and showcased many of her clients and students from the Hammond Academy of Performing Arts.

The evening started with the infants. Singing solos, the confidence made you wonder if the next X-Factor could begin from here. With an electic mix of well known Christmas songs plus an original acoustic tune from singer/songwriter, Adam Dupree.

Shows like this are fun and informal. With a selection of passionate individuals with will and determination.

The audience were able to join in with the handout of lyrics as the festive spirit was in full swing plus a delicious buffet was also provided for the everyone involved.

You could see that Rebecca had worked hard to make it all happen and with the support and guidance from Ms Hammond of the Academy, it was a fabulous evening celebrating the singing talents of the performers and the teaching skills of Ms Rebecca.

Many thanks must go to MooreMelodies for an entertaining evening and most of all congratulations Rebecca for giving eager singers a platform to either progress in the industry or simply experience performing in front of an audience.

The stars:
Rebecca
Leon
Jamillah
Carly
Laura
Thomas
Tobias
Jess
Tash
Sam
Nicole
Chris
Vicky
Adam
and not forgetting the fantastic infants; Ollie, Olivia, and Taylor

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Well done Matt- a worthy winner

13/12/2010

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So we are finally here.....the Winner. of the X FACTOR 2010...MATT CARDLE!!!!

MANY CONGRATS, A GREAT PERFORMER, GREAT MUSICIANSHIP AND OF COURSE A CRACKING VOICE THAT COMPLIMENTS!!

Rebecca was stunnig but I think Matt had the better of the songs.......good luck to them both in their careers...they should do a duet! What do you think?

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Microphone help!

8/12/2010

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Can you hear me alright?

'Its nearly show time! I have worked so hard to get to this point, I have rehearsed and sang, and warmed up till I can do no more....but hang on what is this object that lays before me?! '

We sometimes forget the importance of the microphone. Do not underestimate it. It can be your enemy or your best friend. Remember it is meant to amplify the sound and allow you to communicate to the audience.....
.So here are some tips for you just in case : )

Pointing the microphone towards a speaker when you are too close causes a high pitched noise called FEEDBACK.
Having the volume too high will cause FEEDBACK and DISTORTION.
Incorrect wiring & connections can cause electric shocks, equipment breakdowns, horrible humming or even pick up the radio!
The most common mistake is holding the microphone too close or too far from your mouth. This results in your singing sounding muffled and distorted, too distant or no vocal sound at all. With a little practice this is easy to rectify and should become a part of your rehearsal routine.
Set your volume controls so that the backing track is lower than your singing.
To avoid distortion, ensure the mic is held no closer than 2 to 3 inches from your mouth during normal singing. You will have to experiment a little as the distance is dependant on the individuals natural power and ability to project.