Comments on: The Musician-Blogger: Finding Your Niche

By: Nasacort-aq overnight

Nasacort-aq overnight — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 05:36:03 +0000

O . k ., what a nice beginning but i’m going to explore that a tiny bit more. Will let you know what more i’ve found.

By: Lyndsey Riese

Lyndsey Riese — Tue, 10 May 2011 19:17:33 +0000

That does sound excellent yet i am still not too sure that I like it. Anyhow will look more into it and decide for myself!

By: Vergie Georgis

Vergie Georgis — Tue, 10 May 2011 03:30:42 +0000

Well, that is certainly very good, but how about additional options we have here? Do you mind crafting another article regarding them too? Thank you!

By: Nadine

Nadine — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 16:53:21 +0000

Thank you! After reading this as well as some other blogs, I’m beginning to realize how important it is, as a musician, to not only “study” and be a good student, but to also strive to go forward in order to “promote” myself as a musician. I’ve yet to make either a website or a blog, but now that I’ve been able to realize what it takes to take a “first step” I will try to follow your wisdom and advice- thank you very much!

Also- I’ve been curious about one thing…I know that since internet has made everything easier to both display as well as access, it at the same time, has taken away somewhat the aspect of interacting with someone face to face (on a more personal level). How do you go about “developing” or “portraying” or even “creating” oneself/ones personality and effectively displaying through the internet medium? Because for me, I can’t really say that I have something that is “unique” only to me, and that would interest my (hopefully potential) readers/viewer/fans. Please let me know if you have any advice- thank you!

By: Julie Stroud

Julie Stroud — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:03:14 +0000

Most pro bloggers say it’s all about two main things, no matter what your subject area is: excellent content and being intelligent and relevant when commenting on someone else’s blog. It’s really easy to do one OR the other. It’s hard to do both at the same time.

By: John Manning

John Manning — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 03:22:48 +0000

Great advice. I’ve been maintaining a blog for a while, and I am looking for ways to make it better. These are solid ideas, thanks.

I have my students maintain blogs (with mixed results), and I just heard that one of my formers students, who is now teaching at a College in Nebraska, has asked his students to keep practice blogs. Whether or not those blogs directly help their practicing, they may find their blogging experience helpful. I’m glad you are encouraging musicians to blog, and thanks again for your advice.

By: Bryon Stiner

Bryon Stiner — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 21:15:45 +0000

I will not debate with your closings because I think you’re exact on the money! You have put together a reasoned case for your views and now I know more about this particular topic. Gives Thanks for this outstanding post and i will come back for more.

By: Ryan O.

Ryan O. — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:44:59 +0000

Thanks for this! Really helps out. It’s great that your blog is exactly what you’re saying here. I had a problem (how to make my blog better), and I visited here for great tips on how to solve it. The tricky thing is finding #3 & 4!

By: David Cutler

David Cutler — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:51:41 +0000

Absolutely. That’s probably the number 1 mistake that new bloggers make…me, me, me. BTW, the analogy extends to just about anything else–Concerts, recordings, merchandise, musical services, etc. If you have something to market, understand what the customer wants and needs!

By: Tim

Tim — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:42:47 +0000

Hi Dr. C! Thanks for this in depth blogging-how-to. It’s nice to have pointed out that it’s more about the reader than the author…creating a fan-base by helping the fan–everyone wins!