Many music students build a website once, upload a few files, and forget about it. The result? A static, outdated page that does more harm than good.
Your website should be a living document of your artistic growth. Yet common mistakes prevent it from reaching its potential.
The first mistake: poor navigation. If visitors can’t find your music in two clicks, they’ll leave. Make sure your homepage features a clear 'Listen' or 'Watch' button, ideally with an auto-playing preview.
Second: missing contact information. If a festival programmer wants to book you, they need a way to reach you. Include a contact form, a professional email, and maybe even a Calendly link for meetings.
Third: weak visuals. Blurry photos, clashing colors, or distracting animations make your site look unprofessional. Stick to clean design, high-quality images, and readable fonts.
Fourth: no clear story. Your bio shouldn’t just list schools and awards. It should tell why you make music, what moves you, and where you’re headed. Be specific. Be human.
Fifth: ignoring mobile users. Over 70% of people will view your site on a phone. Test it on different devices to ensure it loads fast and looks good.
Finally, the biggest mistake: treating your site like a resume. It’s not. It’s an experience. It should reflect your personality, your sound, your vision.
Look at how top students at Curtis or the Royal College do it. They update their sites regularly. They add new videos. They share reflections on their projects. They make it easy to support them.
Fixing these errors isn’t hard. It just requires attention and consistency. Revisit your site every month. Ask friends for feedback. Keep improving.
Because your website isn’t just for now. It’s the foundation of your future.