I think of the room as being full of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, etc. Kind of a big family get together with no pressure.
Audiences can usually discern if you're uptight - and its no fun to watch an uptight performer. But if you are relaxed and having a good time - and can even laugh off any mistakes - I've seen that sense of fun is contagious.
There is a difference between playing by yourself at home and playing on a stage in front of a bunch of strangers. I think the tips in the thread that have been posted are good ones. Get as much time in playing in front of people as possible/
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