Good thoughts guys. I think you're right in that I tend to revert to the most basic/simple style. I find it's even more true when I'm leading a sing-along, or playing with other players. I think I'm going to forget about moving from finger style to flat pick and focus only on finger style for several songs in each performance. I'll build dynamics in other ways. At least this will ensure that I get in some finger style.
I also think that I'm going to spend more of my practice time doing finger style versions of all my songs. Perhaps if it is more second-nature, it will come more easily during performance.
Steve
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