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"  &amp;quot;I really want to be a professional singer. What can I do in college to make this a reality?&amp;quot; Jasmine, 18, Tampa, FL As you are probably already aware, the road to becoming a professional singer can be challenging and uncertain, so it&amp;#039;s great that you are working toward a college degree while you pursue your dream. And college can be a great place to hone your skills while making valuable contacts to further your singing career. Tons of people, whose names you wouldn&amp;#039;t recognize, are making a living as professional singers: singing backup on albums, working on cruise ships, singing in lounges, or performing on Broadway. Here are a few suggestions of ways to develop your singing career while still in college:   Enroll in voice lessons. Many schools will actually offer voice as a college course, meaning that you get credit and get to practice your craft. Plus, your voice instructor may be able to offer you advice about local singing opportunities or introduce you to professional contacts.   Join a campus ensemble group or local band. Getting involved in the campus and local music scenes gives you the opportunity to practice, practice, practice; and it will introduce you to like-minded individuals who&amp;#039;ll be able to encourage your aspirations.   Find a mentor. Just because only a small percentage of people attain the acclaim of, say, Mariah Carey, doesn&amp;#039;t mean it&amp;#039;s not possible. And those who do make it often have someone giving them professional career advice and encouragement. So whether it be a professor, voice instructor, or a networking contact, find someone who has had professional success or worked with other talented singers to give you some insider scoop on this competitive field. Best of luck! "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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