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09-09-2017, 06:24 AM
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First Open Mic
Well my first open mic is in the books and no one was maimed or killed. I never would have guessed that at age 60, with only one year of playing under my belt, and less time singing, I'd be playing in public and looking forward to doing it again. Truth be told, I really enjoyed playing and singing songs that I love in front of an appreciative audience. Setting the goal of performing in public got me to (a) get out of my comfort zone; (b) focus my practice sessions; and (c) explore new music I might not otherwise consider playing. I also benefitted from having my teacher singing and playing next to me. Sure, duetting with her, or just having her sing harmonies, was a bit of a crutch, but since she’s a pro and has a gorgeous voice the music was all the better for it. We performed Deportee (Plane Crash at Los Gatos), Cavalry (by Mandolin Orange), and Love Minus Zero. Playing in public was fun, having friends give me a huge hug was great, but the reason I'll continue doing it is to force myself to learn more songs, gain more confidence, and become a better guitarist and singer. I have a long road ahead of me – I wish I started playing 50 years ago. One for the bucket list.
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09-09-2017, 08:27 AM
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Thanks! Now I'm working on three new songs for next month - I've got the bug.
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"I guess if you keep making the same mistake long enough, it becomes your style" - John Prine __________ 2014 Collings Custom OM2H SS DB Sitka/EIR/Addy Bracing (“Yogi”) 2016 Collings D1 Sitka/Hog/Addy Bracing (“Bubba”)
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09-09-2017, 09:16 AM
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"There is a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in." - Leonard Cohen.
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09-09-2017, 09:25 AM
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Trust me, I gave it my all! 
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"I guess if you keep making the same mistake long enough, it becomes your style" - John Prine __________ 2014 Collings Custom OM2H SS DB Sitka/EIR/Addy Bracing (“Yogi”) 2016 Collings D1 Sitka/Hog/Addy Bracing (“Bubba”)
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09-09-2017, 09:43 AM
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 (Note to mods: I am of course speaking metaphorically...  )
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"There is a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in." - Leonard Cohen.
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09-09-2017, 03:47 PM
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Well done Ol' Poseur, you are welcome at my club any time. Just sign in by 7.30 for a15 minute spot.
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Silly Moustache, Just an old Limey acoustic guitarist, Dobrolist, mandolier and singer. I'm here to try to help and advise and I offer one to one lessons/meetings/mentoring via Zoom!
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09-09-2017, 04:20 PM
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Hope you're doing better health-wise. Cheers, Chris.
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09-09-2017, 04:55 PM
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Congrats! I did my first open mikes earlier this year (age 63) . Like you, I found that it really did push me ahead. Gotta get some more material jnder my belt before I start the new season tho'. The music comes easily- remembering the lyrics is tough!
Best, Rick Ps - the experience actually got me to write and perform a couple of my own songs. Who knew?
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09-09-2017, 06:24 PM
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That's how you learn to be a musician!
Practice is great, but performing is a whole different kind of learning, and it teaches you all the stuff you just can't get at home. Congratulations, so glad you dug it.
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09-10-2017, 11:28 AM
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09-10-2017, 12:03 PM
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Trying to get my fingerpicking on Joan of Arc sorted out.
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