"THE TOP 20 SECRETS OF GREAT SINGERS: Their Mindset & Methods"--is the music industry's critically acclaimed manifesto revealing the 20 choices made by Great Singers to distinguish themselves and their performances from all other singers: The 7 Simple Habits upgrading a singer's performance in ONE HOUR; The 8 Core Values capable of replacing a singer's complacency with professional authority in just ONE WEEK; The 5 Daily Commitments fulfilled which, along with the other 15 Top Secrets, will catapult already Great Singers into the echelon of the Greatest Singers of all time. Quotes, Interviews, anecdotes, techniques, short lessons and opinions from some of today's best singers, musicians, producers, recording engineers and vocal coaches reinforce the comprehensive Top 20 Secrets revealed by author and teacher Lane Cura Meng. Cura Meng's direct, conversational approach speaks to all singers--celebrity, pro and avocational--with encouragement and authority to give them hope and possibilities for a better artistic future. She challenges celebrity singers to higher competencies, holding them accountable to the continued artistic excellence they owe themselves and their audiences. Real-life case studies and solutions to the questions asked by singers of all levels--including celebrities--will further personalize the reader's experience in studying THE TOP 20 SECRETS OF GREAT SINGERS. Music industry pros, songwriters, recording engineers, managers and producers will learn the best ways to communicate with Great Singers and how best to influence them to perform at their highest level. Singers will learn how to successfully balance business and artistry without resorting to provocative gimmickry and publicity stunts which "cheapen" the singer's respectability and artistry over time.