Listen to the music PROS

LEARNING FROM THE PRO'S

This is one of the many videos you will have the privilege of viewing as a member of AMP. We do these events all over the country. If you would like one in your city hit us back. We call them ; AMP ATTACKS.

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Songwriting TV Show

I will be Co hosting a two hour live Christian Songwriting show on WATC CHANNEL 57 Atlant live WED AT 7 PM. What a blessing for AMP and our ministry. I have had a lot of request from people out of the viewing area wanting to watch. Here's a link to watch it on your computer. If you like it please let the station know and request more it will help our ministry. Thanks!

             

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   http://wma1.viastreaming.net/watctv57

MAC USERS MUST DOWNLOAD FLIP FOR AUDIO

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http://www.telestream.net/flip4mac/overview.htm

Think your song is a hit / maybe maybe not

My Grannie Loves All of My Songs

My time in Nashville was around 20 or so years and I could not begin to tell you how many boxes of songs where thrown in the trash. All of them mailed by someone whom believed they where hits. Sad but true. How where so many people so wrong? I have also heard writers say they wouldn't know a hit if it hit them in the face. I can tell you from the inside that some of the people listening wouldn't, but most would. What a sad expression of the truth.

So what is the solution for this ongoing problem?  Well there is no perfect solution, instead there is  a process that can increase your chances substantially. Before we get into the solution, lets do some soul searching and prepare for the the process. You maybe saying I don't need this crap. Let me know how that works for you and ask yourself , how's it been working so far.

Lets begin with those who think all of there songs are hits, but haven't had a cut yet and only believes a cut brings a bandaid. If you believe that's true then you certainly qualify for the group of living-room  hitmeisters  If your not willing to listen to others critiques , then there is no point of going any further. 

I'm going to make this short. You must get advisers, work with others, network, learn more about your craft from the pro's join pro groups and do lots of wood-shedding. Don't for one minute believe that after writing ten songs your a professional. It takes most people hundreds of songs before they even get close. The good news is you can get there if you do the work. So get with it.

Vocal technique

     AMP Academy Vocal Technique Course

 

         

Where Vocalists learn how to AMP up singing abilities!                   

• Do you want more power, range or flexibility in your voice and not sure how to achieve more?
• Has your throat ever hurt after a singing performance?
• Do you ever come out of band practice feeling so tense that you need to see a massage therapist or chiropractor? 

Amp Academy has put together a series of Vocal Technique videos that guide the vocalist in understanding their instrument and how to use it. Amp Academy's Vocal Technique Course is here to help the singer achieve their best! 

Kathryn Webster (vocal coach for Amp Academy) takes you through numerous exercises to bring awareness of how the vocal instrument works. Through her easy to follow exercises, the vocalist will be empowered to strengthen their voices the right way! 

The Video Course Includes: 

  

Stretching: Learn effective stretches to help maintain focus on stage and cool down after a performance.

Breathing: Learn breathing techniques that nourish your songs from start to finish.
Breath Support: Learn how to create depth to your voice for a polished and professional sound.
Soft Palate: Get the height on your upper chest notes like never before.
Troubleshooting Common Vocal  Issues: Solutions are easier than you think with our video course!
Vocal Health: Learn how to prevent pesky vocal nodes and polyps!
Tongue Articulation: Learn to use the tongue to your advantage.
Facial Movements: Learn how to use facial muscles to guide and direct sound.
Resonance: Learn how to make your sound go farther than you ever thought possible. You won't have to worry about the guitar drowning out your vocals!
Breath Support + Consonants: Learn how to bring on power in your vocals! Sing your songs like you've never experienced before!  

networking/get your music heard by the pros!

      

NASHVILLE IN A BOX

As a  member of AMP, you will have access to  all the benefits of Nashville In a Box, where you can get virtually everything Nashville has to offer without leaving the comfort of your home.

 After spending many years in Nashville as a musician, producer, and writer, I know the ever-exhausting experience of trying to get your music heard. We are in the process of building AMP Row, modeled after Nashville’s Music Row. Also working with Publishers, A&R (Artist & Repertoire) departments;  I know how important and valuable time is.

 This will be a place where you can get your songs heard by Labels, Producers, and Publishers as well as Artists. There is so much more we will be offering at AMP. We at AMP want to be at the center of helping you to succeed. We are an association with a purpose. We want  you to thrive , and grow as a contributor in the  music industry, while helping others to succeed. Come join us at AMP as we begin connecting the pieces!

      J. Grady Shuman

      President and Founder