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It’s Essential To Think About Your Safety As You Play In Different Locations

Initating a career in music can be a tough job for numerous individuals. You may hear a lot of rags to riches, nobody to somebody stories involving some of the famous music artists of our generation, and there is nothing more you want than to be exactly where they are now. The real thing is, it takes more than a pretty face to start a music career. It involves genuine talent and LOTS of hard work. If you think you have the makings of a diva or a pop star, then read on for some tips on how to begin your much-awaited music career.

The Talent

If you take pleasure in playing instruments or singing, then you're already on the right track. When it comes to the length of your music career, it all depends on how determined you are and the amount of hard work you are willing to put into it. If you want to stay in this business, you should love what you do and do what you love. Additionally, if you are only enjoy it so much, then you will quickly see that you won't get far.

Proper Training

Hard work means indefinite hours of training. A musician should think about singing in an orchestra, a choir and a band to begin before thinking about going solo. Countless stars will tell you that you can't reach the top without climbing the necessary steps first. A musician should not stop improving himself in any way he can. You will see that consistent practice and training will eventually pay off.

Financial ability

If you want to be a musician, you have to prepare yourself for the worst. As a struggling music artist, you will usually end up with less pay depending on your gigs. Lack of financial stability is usually experienced at the onset of any music career.

Work Hours and Location

Most musicians usually work at night especially if they are just starting. Additionally, if you are part of a band, you will find that moving is a vital part of your music career. You will be required to move around constantly in order to locate job openings or to even visit music recording studios. Because of late night gigs, you might jeopardize your safety especially if the place you are performing on is located on a secluded area of the town. It's a good notion to carry a small stun gun or pepper spray gun just to be safe.

Strategies for Marketing

If you want to be successful, you need to work on your image first. Present an image that is best suited to the kind of singing or the type of songs you will be singing. Additionally, develop good stage presense as soon as possible. The overall package that you will be presenting should attract followers and fans.

Having a career in music is something that requires real talent, dedication and hard work. Keep in mind though, that during the first few years, it will be a consistent struggle. And yet, if you have the talent, the faith, the guts, you will see that all that hard work will eventually pay off.

What's On BBC Red Button 3rd - 11th December (BBC )

## One Man and His Dog

Four National Teams - England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales - compete to be
crowned 2011 Champions in the Young Handlers, the Brace and the Singles
rounds.

The Young Handlers, all of whom are under the age of 18, take to the field
first, setting the pace and the standard for the rest of the competition.

Next up is the Brace, one man has two dogs and ten sheep to control around the
demanding Balmoral Castle course.

And finally the Singles round, one man, one dog but with two flocks of sheep.
This round decides the ultimate winning team of One Man and His Dog 2011.

Matt Baker presents the 35th One Man and His Dog Championships

Red Button has complete coverage of this year's competition.

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Sat 10th December, 6:25pm-6:00am

Sun 11th December, 6:00am-4:00am

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Sat 10th December, 8:25pm-9:50pm

Sun 11th December, 12:10pm-10:50pm

## Strictly Come Dancing

Press the Red Button to hear exclusive commentary from ex Strictly Champion
Karen Hardy and a special celebrity guest. Get the lowdown of what's good,
what's bad and what's highly entertaining on the dance floor. Plus Karen has
plenty of backstage gossip.

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