Question 1

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

Felice Hernandez · Accepted Answer

“Meet people! Become friends and be open to opportunities to sing with other Singers. Sometimes, it means joining a choir or an a cappella group and making no money at all. That’s ok! If it’s musically gratifying and you’re building relationships, you are doing the right thing. Also, ask questions! Talk to people who are doing it and take them out for coffee. Find local Meetups for musicians and pass out cards.”

Question 2

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

Felice Hernandez · Accepted Answer

“Sitting and waiting for the phone to ring. They record a demo, they post it online and think they’re going to be discovered. Or they hope that a job listing is going to [get] posted somewhere that they can respond to. It just doesn’t happen that way. You may find an occasional job posted on Craigslist, but that really isn’t where to find the work. You need to know people in the business.”

Question 3

What is the question people should ask about this career but rarely do?

Felice Hernandez · Accepted Answer

Q: “How long does it take to become a full-time musician?”
A: “Years! It took me a good ten years to finally quit the day job. Although I have known some true go-getters who have made it happen in 2 or 3 years and they really busted their tails! It is possible to do, but you have [to] be fearless and have the talent.

Question 4

What is one thing I should have asked which I didn’t?

Felice Hernandez · Accepted Answer

“Are you wealthy? No. Are you happy? Yes!”

Question 5

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

Felice Hernandez · Accepted Answer

“Versatility.”

Question 6

Extra Credit: The Beatles or Rolling Stones?

Felice Hernandez · Accepted Answer

“Beatles!!!!”

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