Our first open mics

[byKnight]

A friend, Sean, and I have been rehearsing twice a month for several months, and Tuesday night we attempted our first open mic.

It was a biker bar of all places, but the modestly sized crowd was receptive. I didn't like the mix at all, but in an open mic environment I don't think one can stand around asking them to tweak the sound forever. Be thankful for the chance, I figure, and just play.

Anyway, that went all right. Then last night we hit another spot, a local restaurant/bar that was much more conducive to an acoustic duo. We did Ventura Highway, I Am Superman and Fall on Me (both R.E.M.), Sultans of Swing, and Melissa.

My favorite part of the night, though, was a 70-something gent named John who went on after us. Just him, his Aria dreadnaught, and a bunch of old cowboy songs.

I hope I'm doing that when, God willing, I'm his age.

[troubleman]

Originally posted by byKnight
Anyway, that went all right. Then last night we hit another spot, a local restaurant/bar that was much more conducive to an acoustic duo. We did Ventura Highway, I Am Superman and Fall on Me (both R.E.M.), Sultans of Swing, and Melissa.

I'd be really interested in hearing your acoustic version of "Sultans of Swing". Nail Knopfler's rifs and solos on a Strat when playing electric can be a challenge.