From 50 To 500+, Playing in-front of a crowd |
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From 50 To 500+, Playing in-front of a crowd |
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Feb 16 2013, 02:19 PM
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Ahhhh... where to start... So my school is about to have this pep-rally thing and I really want to play in-front of the whole school, the only problem is that I'm super nervous! I've only ever played at crowds like around 50 people, my school has about 600 students and the stage is setup wierd, which makes me a bit more nervous. I don't really know how to get over this fear, but I need to asap. It's really making me past up on some great opportunities. Any tips/ideas to help me? I know everyone has come across this problem.
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Feb 16 2013, 02:44 PM |
Be sure to know your parts perfectly so that you are less afriad of messing up. I remembered my first gig as a singer for my band and i was so afriad that i would forgett the lyrics since i didnt really know them 100 % but know when i know them i feel much more comfortable.
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Feb 16 2013, 02:57 PM |
Have you seen this site? : http://www.anxietycoach.com/performanceanxiety.html
I think there's some good stuff on there mate. |
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Feb 16 2013, 04:26 PM |
Hi mate! That's a very good experience! I also felt like this the first time that I had to play for more than 400 persons. I was very nervous and I rehearsed a lot to be able to give a good show. I remember doing a lot of warming up before the gig. It was an Iron Maiden tribute in a very legendary hall called "Cemento". We also played some of our own songs. I was around 17/8 years old.
This is the concert I'm talking about! I remember feeling nervous before the concert but once I was on stage I felt so happy and I played better than ever. There wasn't room to fail since I really practised the stuff I was going to play. So my suggestion is to practice, rehearse, trust in yourself and enjoy!! -------------------- My lessons
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Feb 16 2013, 05:31 PM |
To echo everyone else - know your parts.
Everyone gets nervous to some degree - that's a good thing. Generally speaking for most people, when you know that you know what you're doing then the nervousness changes to excitement and energy. And don't worry about making a mistake - there's no perfect gig for anyone. No one in the audience will know. Maybe a band member but that just makes for a good reminiscence after the gig. Do it. Have fun! -------------------- - Ken Lasaine
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Feb 17 2013, 10:27 PM |
It can be tough to get up in front of a crowd and play. One thing that has always helped me was to visualize the audience when I practice and rehearse. So, if you are practicing at home, close your eyes and picture the audience in front of you. Same thing when you are rehearsing with the band. It may seem like a small thing, but it can make a big difference and make things more relaxed when you get out on stage. Nice trick Professor! I think that this could be a great practice too. When will be this school even happening? -------------------- My lessons
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Feb 20 2013, 11:54 AM |
I always feel the more people the easier it is, as it becomes less personal.
They aren't there to judge your playing, just to be entertained and pumped up -------------------- My SoundCloud
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