Monday, June 9, 2014

The Art Of An Elvis Impersonator

By Sally Delacruz


Elvis Presley was once a rock idol of the 70s. He died in 1977, but his music is still alive until now. Although he was gone forever, but the memories and his legacy remain in every heart of his fans. Since he has a cool personality and style, he was obviously once a great rock icon in the world. Nowadays, he was still popular with another personality. His legacy is continually expanding with every Elvis impersonator in the world.

Anyone can impersonate him. You may be a Black, Asian, White, fat, skinny, young, old, tall or short. Everyone is welcome to this fun and entertaining experience. Some would just consider their impersonation as their way in remembering the King of rock and a way for a living. According to them, they like the feeling of become an Elvis to the public.

There are already numerous impersonators in the world and this job becomes rampant for all events. When Elvis was still alive, he used to perform in street gigs, festivals, bars and even in most video games, he was also present. Indeed, he can be considered as the living legend of all times.

The qualities that made him famous was his way to dressed up. For others, he possessed a classic look, that only he has. He also used to wear aviator glasses, glittering jumpsuits, bushy sideburns and the most famous jet black hair style. If you want to be like him, start your career without quitting from your job. You need to download his songs, TV appearances, guesting, concerts and great performances.

Start practicing his style in performing. Study his moves, his style in music and his overall stage presence. Wear clothes that are similar to his style. Start your impersonating career in an event, fairs, parties, bars, karaoke places, concerts halls and other occasions. Try to evaluate yourself if you made the crowd enjoy your performance, if not, try to develop it more. Joining regional festivals is also a better idea to improve yourself more.

You can make your own portfolio that contains your photos and recorded voices. You may also respond to a casting calls online or through newspapers. Work for your improvements and development. Once you have already proven yourself, you can certainly be the next rock icon in town. You visit any casinos in Las Vegas, since it is the place where an Elvis one truly shine like a diamond.

If you are competing, you are evaluated through your stage presence and the way you sing. Once you won in every contest, you will also receive a cash prize that is a helpful thing to you. There are already numerous impersonators, and it is quite difficult to set a target for your minimum wage. This is the reason, why most of them only consider this as a hobby or a form of entertainment.

It is quite fun to be an Elvis Presley. It gives you satisfaction and fulfillment. Aside from this, you will also earn from your effort. Joining the thousands impersonators in the world is not so easy. Always remember to enjoy each moment and good luck to you.

If you are earning from this job, you better quit from your present job so that you can focus yourself as an impersonator. You must improve more to give more entertainment to the people who are watching you. Take this a challenge and you will see, you will famous like him.




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