How to Be an Awesome Piano Bar Entertainer on Cruise Ships

How to Be an Awesome Piano Bar Entertainer on Cruise Ships
Author: Gregg Akkerman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 120
Release: 2018-07-24
Genre:
ISBN: 9781717798237

A #1 Bestseller on Amazon! "Wow, you are really living the dream life!" Piano bar entertainers on cruise ships constantly hear those words and are considered to have one of the best jobs in the music business. That's because it's true! It's like every day is a Jimmy Buffett song with margaritas, island beaches, and blue seas. Who could ask for more? Cruise Ship Piano Bar Entertainers make great money, travel to exotic locations around the world for free, work with talented and attractive people, have food and lodging provided at no cost, and receive medical care without being billed. If that's not enough, these same lucky entertainers spend days relaxing in the equivalent of 5-star hotel resorts and hang out with friends every night being offered free drinks. And let's not forget that people drop handfuls of cash in the tip jar every night to hear their favorite songs! If you are a pianist-vocalist who dreams of having that kind of life, Dr. Gregg Akkerman has written the "how to" book you've been waiting for. The Author Walks the Walk! After a lifetime of working as a musician/educator/author, Akkerman is handing over all his prized experience for exactly what it takes to prepare for, obtain, and keep an awesome job as a piano bar entertainer. He's performed on hundreds of cruises for thousands of guests and knows every detail of the job. Now you can learn from the best, known among cruisers as Piano Dude Gregg, and start on your way to an awesome music business career. IT'S ALL HERE: How good you have to be to start How much money you can make Contacts at booking agencies A review of all the cruise lines What life is really like in the crew-only decks. You'll be provided a list of the exact job skills cruise lines are looking for as both a pianist and vocalist. But, more importantly, Akkerman gives you his secrets to winning over the crowd as not just a musician, but as an entertainer. There's also a list of over 300 songs you should know including the "Never-fail" top-50 and "Must-know" Big-10. You'll be shown easy-to-learn steps to learning songs faster, incorporating technology, what you need in your gig bag, and notated accompaniment patterns to create your own arrangements. To top it off, there are dozens of PROTIPS based on battle-tested years sitting at the piano bench surrounded by smiling fans having a great time. Even Non-Musicians Love It! There're pages of "behind the scenes" dirt on what it's actually like to live on a cruise ship and what the crew members really think of all the guests. You'll be the only one in the piano bar who knows what the entertainers truly feel about having to play "Sweet Caroline" for the millionth time! Your Career as a Piano Bar Entertainer is Waiting! Whether you're a beginning pianist, amateur performer, salty old pro, or a cruiser who simply loves the piano bar, you'll find all you could hope for and many unexpected surprises in this one-of-a-kind "how to" manual. Don't wait another minute to click the "BUY" button and begin your journey to the best job you'll ever have.

Getting Gigs! The Musician's and Singer's Survival Guide to Booking Better Paying Jobs

Getting Gigs! The Musician's and Singer's Survival Guide to Booking Better Paying Jobs
Author: Mark W. Curran
Publisher:
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2004-08
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0970677316

A comprehensive guide to finding the best paying gigs for musicians and singers, from their local area to the international stage. A music business veteran gives the inside track to creating a profitable career in the performing arts, from local bars to cruise ships. Includes interviews with successful musicians and enter-tainment directors who share their secrets in landing the best paying gigs. Also includes directories of resources for further research.

Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2005

Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2005
Author: Fran Wenograd Golden
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 484
Release: 2004-12-03
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0764569414

Whether you’re a veteran cruiser or have never set foot on an ocean-going vessel, this is the book for you. Up-to-date and comprehensive, it will guide you through everything from choosing a cruise to clearing Customs on your return. Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2005 includes information on: Getting the best deal (few people pay full boat; consider the brochure price like a “sticker” price) Choosing the best cruise for your interests, schedule, and budget Ways to make your cruise more romantic Planning a family-friendly cruise What to expect onboard—from cabin size to spas, sports, entertainment, and gambling Popular cruise destinations, including the Carribbean, Alaska, the Mediterranean, and more The major cruise lines and their vessels Mainstream ships, luxury ships, and alternative and sailing ships Cruise Vacations for Dummies 2005 was written by Jerry Brown and Fran Wenograd Golden; cumulatively, they’ve been on more than 100 cruises. Fran is a columnist for concierge.com and the Boston Herald travel section, and co-author of Frommer’s European Cruises and Ports of Call and Frommer’s Alaska Cruises and Ports of Call. With their vast cruise experience, the authors give you tips and tidbits on: Travel insurance, packing tips, passport requirements, tipping, and more Top attractions and best shore excursions at major ports of call Wining and dining (a main attraction in itself) Activities onboard The “Quick Concierge” appendix and comprehensive index help you find what you want to know fast.

Music of the Wandering Stars

Music of the Wandering Stars
Author: Elena Clark
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2011-01-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1452082243

Anton and Nina met in fairytale fashion while each was preparing for a highly regarded international competition in Moscow. They fell in love at first sight, engaged in an impulsive romance and were married in a matter of just a few months. After their graduation from the Moscow Conservatory, they soon discovered that the road to success is slow and has many perplexing hurdles. What becomes of Anton, a talented young pianist, when the bright artistic future that has been promised to him since childhood, fails to materialize? What surprises does life have in store for Nina who is a beautiful and talented young singer and an aspiring classical vocalist? Two years of drudgery, playing in small Russian cities for a modest salary and living close to the poverty line, convinces Anton that enough is enough. He decides to emigrate to Canada, where he is confident that the life of a musician would be much easier and vastly more rewarding. He eventually persuades his reluctant wife to abandon her own vocal career in Moscow and to emigrate with him. The new Canadian immigrants soon learn that the roads are not paved with gold in their adopted country either. Will they finally achieve artistic success in Canada or might they be forced to return to Russia? Will the couple's marriage endure? Music of the Wandering Stars is a tale of discovery, romance, and destiny. It reminds us all of the inner battle we all face with love and what it does to us.

Stern’S Guide to the Cruise Vacation: 2016 Edition

Stern’S Guide to the Cruise Vacation: 2016 Edition
Author: Steven B. Stern
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 679
Release: 2015-09-11
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1503592154

This valuable guide assists you in selecting the ship best suited to your taste, advises you on how to prepare for your cruise, and explains what to expect once you are onboard. Stern discusses every major port of call worldwide, listing details on attractions, beaches, hotels, restaurants, shopping, sports, and other recreation. He also includes guidelines on how to make the most of an eight-hour stay in port.

Australian Guide to Careers in Music

Australian Guide to Careers in Music
Author: Michael Hannan
Publisher: UNSW Press
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2003
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780868405100

Provides a comprehensive guide to careers in music, covering over 150 job classifications that contribute to the production or dissemination of music.

Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation: 2015 Edition

Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation: 2015 Edition
Author: Stern's Travel Guides Ltd.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 778
Release: 2014-08-15
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1499042248

This valuable guide assists you in selecting the ship best suited to your taste, advises you on how to prepare for your cruise, and explains what toexpect once you are onboard. Stern discusses every major port of call worldwide, listing details on attractions, beaches, hotels, restaurants, shopping, sports, and other recreation. He also includes guidelines on howto make the most of an eight-hour stay in port.

Stern’s Guide to the Cruise Vacation: 20/21 Edition

Stern’s Guide to the Cruise Vacation: 20/21 Edition
Author: Steven B. Stern
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 482
Release: 2019-08-29
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1796050369

“The extent of detail given . . . is good not only for the novice cruiser finding their way around . . . but also for the veteran cruiser who wants to know the latest about the newest ships.” “This is the book with which to gain a full and thorough understanding of the wonderful world of cruising. Repeat cruisers and novices alike will gain from the volume of features, menus, daily schedules, photos, as well as details on every cruise ship and port of call throughout the world. This should be the encyclopedia for any cruise aficionado” (World of Cruising). “People who’ve never cruised before or those who have but find themselves faced with a confusing onslaught of new ships need to know a great deal, and this book goes a long way in providing it” (Chicago Tribune). “Stern’s Guide to the Cruise Vacation is one of the most comprehensive authorities and a must-have for both the novice and the seasoned cruiser” (Porthole Cruise Magazine).

Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation

Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation
Author: Steven B. Stern
Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 746
Release: 2011-10-07
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781455615001

An expert on cruises gives his advice. Packed with statistics, histories, lists, prices, and photographs, this guide delves into the details of more than 280 cruise ships. The pros and cons of voyages and ports of call are summarized with star evaluations and every detail is scrutinized. From shipboard menus and daily activity programs to physical details and recreation opportunities, every aspect of cruise vacations is weighed.

Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2007

Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2007
Author: Heidi Sarna
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 506
Release: 2007-02-20
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0470106255

Listen to a free companion podcast! On a cruise vacation, getting there is half the fun—or more. Even if you’re a land lubber, this guide will get you ready and eager to set sail. You’ll learn what to expect and how to enjoy every minute—on board or in port. As the authors write, “The captain does the driving, the chef does the cooking, the bartenders do the pouring, and the stewards make your bed.” You unpack once and then relax and enjoy. Discover how to pick the cruise for you and choose great things to do, with: Reviews of the best cruise lines and specifics such as the best ships for families, best romantic cruises, best party cruises, best small ship cruises, and more Overviews of popular cruise ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, the Mediterranean, the Mexican Riviera, Hawaii, and New England and Eastern Canada Special icons that point out Bargain Alerts, Heads Ups (warnings about tourists traps, unsafe neighborhoods, etc.), and Kid-Friendly options Info on onboard entertainment and activities, food, spa offerings, shopping, gambling, and children’s activities Recommendations on the top attractions and best shore excursions at popular ports Details on everything from passport requirements to packing tips, and from embarkation day to clearing customs Like every For Dummies travel guide, Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2007 helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice Info on the best ships for every budget Tips on sightseeing at ports of call Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages Whether you’re looking for adventure on the high seas or laid-back fun in the sun, get your sea legs and get set for smooth sailing with this friendly guide.