35th anniversary of Make Music Day: a survival guide!

Mark your calendars for June 21st! On the agenda? The 35th anniversary of the Fête de la Musique (Make Music Day in English)!

Why this date? The 21st of June marks the beginning of the summer months.

It all started back in 1982 as a way for the French to celebrate the arrival of better weather and sunny days. It's an event where music is played and heard around the city, for free! Anybody can participate, no matter one's musical competencies or age. To date, Make Music Day is celebrated in more than 120 countries.

Whether you're a musician or a simple spectator, there's a thing or two to know in order to make the most of Music Day. We've compiled some recommendations for you.

Spotlight on one of Karaoke Version's own: Vivien

Sound engineer intern at Karaoke Version, Vivien is a passionate musician. Heavy metal and hard rock fan, time flies when he's playing his guitar and he's been known to be late for an appointment or two in order to sneak in a practice session.

Meet Vivien and discover why he enjoys working at Karaoke Version and his musical recommendations.

Choose the right song for your voice

It’s a fairly common event: a singer timidly steps on stage, belts out a song and the judge’s chair doesn’t turn around. The singer, though talented, doesn't move on to the next round due to one thing, song choice.

Choosing a song that is adapted to your voice is not to be taken lightly: a song that you like doesn't mean automatic success. Careful selection can make the difference between a successful rendition that highlights your abilities and one that magnifies your imperfections.

Here are some tips to contemplate when picking a song that’s right for your voice.

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5 papas that rock

In celebration of fathers everywhere, we’ve selected five extraordinary rockin' papas that have contributed not only to home life, but also to the world of music.