In this episode of the Curious Vocalists podcast, Grace Hancock shares her insights on how to enhance the chat between songs during live performances. Drawing from her experiences performing on ships, she emphasises the importance of speaking with conviction, connecting with the audience on a personal level, avoiding clichés, and finding a balance between improvisation and preparation. Grace encourages performers to embrace their individuality and enjoy the experience of engaging with their audience.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:22 Speaking with Conviction: The Power of Tone and Clarity

02:34 Personal Touch: Making Connections with Individual Audience Members

04:45 Avoiding Clichés: Cultivating more Authentic Chat

08:13 Pacing Your chat in the Set List

10:41 Improvisation vs. Rehearsal: Finding Your Natural Flow

12:02 Mindset Matters: Building Confidence on Stage

13:15 Outro

About the Host

Grace is a seasoned singer-pianist, vocal coach and composer. Over the past decade she has dedicated her life to music and creativity, performing aboard luxury cruise ships across the world and composing for theatre and short films. Her original compositions have been recognised by festivals such as the Paris Film Awards and Only the Best International Film Awards. She strives now to determine how to cultivate authentic expression in music and the importance of it for mental health and human connection.

Contact Method

[email protected]

www.gracehancockmusic.com

Instagram: @gracehancockmusic

Facebook: @gracehancockmusician

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