Okay, I'm taking a cue from a reply on an earlier post of mine ("Lost Inspiration") and I'm working towards doing a solo acoustic thing. I'm just about done choosing songs I think will work and I've been practicing quite a bit to get everything up to speed. At this rate, I should be ready by early 2011. But I do have a few simple questions, mostly regarding execution.
1. Standing up or sitting? I have a nice stool which swivels and I would prefer using that to standing. Maybe to keep things more informal.
2. I have added "Freebird" to the repertoire mainly because I just know some wit in the audience will call out for it. Or do they?
3. I have a binder containing lyrics and chords to the songs. The more I practice, the less I need this. But if I have it with me in a live setting (visual aid in case of Sometimers disease) will it look lame?
4. When I finally commit to this and do a gig, I don't mind saying I will be terrified. I've got 30 years of gigs under my belt, but all in a band. Any tips on how I can keep my panic in check? :shock:
Ok here are my personal opinions take them for what they are worth....not much
1.) As a listener I'd rather see you standing ( not sure why but I would) but I as player I know you'd probably be more comfortable sitting. I'd probably go for comfort at least on the first couple of times.
2.) I'd be that twit. I actually do it all the time at the open mic's I go to but I know the guys and I'm just busting them. But other than me I haven't heard anyone yell it out at any open mics but if you could pull it off that might go over well in that situation.
3.) I used to think and I would say yes if you playing with a band but the open mic's are alot looser so I'd say go for it.
4.) Not sure I've only done a couple pen mics and a party and all those times I was with a band and really never felt to nervous, but I'd probably be very nervous on my own. Start with the absolutely easiest song you know just to get the jitters out.
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