PLAYING COMFORTABLY FOR A CROWD



Most people are not comfortable performing in front of people. When I say of performing, such as an instrument, singing, or acting. I mean more than just knowing how to do well at your chosen craft, I mean doing it well and in front of people. It's the "in front of people" part that gets us everytime. How many of us sing like a bird in the shower but when people are watching we can't carry a note. Here are a couple steps to start you on the road to comfort when your called on to shine.

1.) Don't neglect to practice. Whether you sing or play an instrument, practice is the key to being relaxed. The more familiar you are with what your performing, the less anxiety you will have about messing up.

2.) Don't back up. Piano teachers pass this on all the time. If you mess you in the middle, or any place in your piece, don't back up and repeat the offending passage. Keep going. Chances are your audience didn't even notice.

3.) Try not to be critical of your technical skill. Focus more on your overall performance. How does it sound as a whole? If you're a guitarist and you worry during your piece about your fingering than your ignoring the song and how it sounds. Worry about technicalities when you practice. Which should be often.

With time playing in front of and for other people playing comfortably in front of a crowd will come much easier. You'll be a natural. So use every opportunity to show your stuff !!!


Deb's Top 5 Songs Of The Day:

Black Label Society, Been A Long Time
Quiet Riot, Bang Your Head
Van Halen, Hot For Teacher
Bread, Make It With You
Boston, Can't Fight This Feeling Anymore

Local Artist Of The Day:

Jim Bianco