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Problem learning singing? Everyone sings; perhaps in the shower or the car but you sing it loud humming words you do not know. Most people wish they could sing like the newest artist on a top ten list. Parents send their children to voice lessons hoping they will be the next star.

So you want to be a professional musician. Be prepared to hear, "You'll never make it, get a real job," from all your friends and relatives. And of course in one way they are right, the odds of becoming a "star" are astronomical. But all is not lost if you have the proper perspective.

It is very important to continually ask the question, "what did I do well?" Every practice session and every performance has something that was done well. But how does one find those accomplishments when the overall performance or practice session did not meet expectations or goals? The beginning pianist must look for and celebrate small accomplishments. Learning to play the piano involves physical, mental and reasoning skills simultaneously. It is a challenging instrument to play. Thus the absolute need to recognize minute successes are crucial. Continual self-evaluation leads to musical growth only if recognition and self-praise for musical accomplishments is done.

By asking the question, "what can be done differently?" a student of the piano, creates then listens to several options determining that with a different fingering a passage suddenly is not only playable but more musical as well. In learning or maintaining piano playing skill there is always something that can enhance and improve the playing of a song, the performance of a chord progression, or the rhythm of a particular piece of music. Carefully discovering what can be made better will enhance the music you play whether it is for yourself or shared with the public. Listen, experiment, liste

What is it like to play music for tips? Is it a respected way to get paid?