Tips on Playing for a Crowd
Friday December 19, 2008
There are times, especially during the holiday season, when guitarists not used to the spotlight are thrust into it, often to perform music they don't know well. This can be a terrifying experience, and we've all had to endure it at some level or another. By finding a few ways to prepare, however, you can minimize the stress of the situation.
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“Relax, and have fun. ” This is what I need to. I have fun, but I need to relax and let the music take shape.
As always, great tips Dan.
Hey Im only 17 but ive played quite i bit live
My advice is:
Dont play for them, get up there and ply for YOURSELF
when you start thinking about all these people watching you, thats when things get sketchy
relax and have fun is always good advice, but having played a few times in the last 18 years. please have an extra pack of strings, a few picks and an extra cord
(most of you dont want to know how i learned that!)
Cheers
Esteban
I say ride the bastard when you get up on that stage. I failed guitar class because I couldn’t perform in front of the class. One day I got thrown out on stage to perform a piece with a band. With all my nervousness and shakes, I knew it was flight or fight time. I wanted to be Slash so I grabbed my guitar by the horns and started moving because I just wanted it out of my body. Next day, I was known for having incredible stage presence, go figure..