With American Idol's8217;s fifth season once again finishing at #1 in the Nielsen television ratings last spring, aspiring singers across the country will be looking for an edge to give
them a shot at the spotlight. Smart vocalists will find that edge in a newly-released book and audio CD package from the nation's8217;s premier vocal producer and coach, Jan Smith.
The 50-page book and audio CD, So You Wanna Sing Rock-n-Roll, provides insight and tips for vocalists who want to learn about singing, the music industry, how to keep their voices
healthy, how to select the right equipment, how to perform onstage, and dozens of other keys to succeeding in the highly-competitive music industry.
Smith holds the distinction of having coached more charting artists than any other vocal instructor, working with over 4,000 students over the past 20 years. Her clients include Usher,
Rob Thomas of matchbox twenty, Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland, Ciara, and Diana DeGarmo (the 2nd place finisher in American Idol's8217;s third season). Smith created So You Wanna Sing
Rock-n-Roll to provide industry-specific information that would help beginning singers make good choices from the get-go, and teach them how to take care of their voices in the
process.
So You Wanna Sing Rock-n-Roll includes a 50-page handbook replete with expert advice on singing, preparing for a gig, the do's8217;s and don's8217;ts of longevity in the music business,
as well as a host of tips Smith has learned from being on the road, in the studio and working with professional musicians. Moreover, Smith includes answers to frequently asked questions
about voice and performance. The accompanying audio CD includes interactive warm-up and cool-down exercises that Jan has used to train thousands of performers.
Jan Smith's8217;s So You Wanna Sing Rock-n-Roll will be available in better retail outlets and online in August, 2006. For more information about Jan Smith, please visit www.jansmith.com
If you would like to schedule an interview, receive more information via email or a review copy, please contact Maryglenn McCombs by email.