Staying Cool
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Staying Cool
I seem to have difficulty getting relaxed to play. At home, no problem or in a 3 to 4 set evening I can get dialed in. It is the rush in, set up, play and tear down for the next band situation which is most common in my area.
I just wondered if anyone has any mental or physical exercises that helps them in these situations.
I just wondered if anyone has any mental or physical exercises that helps them in these situations.
- Jim Peters
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- Michael Haselman
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Hey, Jim what part of Minny? Anyway, I've done this too many times to count, actually doing it tomorrow night at the Cabooze, opening for Shooter Jennings. Answer: there is no answer. It's always hectic, some events are better run than others. You just have to get your mind set for these, and make sure you leave the stage with everything you came with!! Lost many stands, cords, etc. in the hustle and bustle.
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Thanks Michael,
Its not a big deal, I just need to get my right hand loosened up before the end of the third song.
I have gotten very good at the idiot check and arive home with no more or less than I left with.
We opened for Shooter down at the Surf Ballroom last year. The guys in the band were very nice . The guitar player did a few songs on a national lap steel.
Its not a big deal, I just need to get my right hand loosened up before the end of the third song.
I have gotten very good at the idiot check and arive home with no more or less than I left with.
We opened for Shooter down at the Surf Ballroom last year. The guys in the band were very nice . The guitar player did a few songs on a national lap steel.
- Mike Wheeler
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I think you're gonna be a very fine picker, we all had to go through the phases and you'll make it, I'm sure. After all, the worst that can happen is you might get fired, and you were looking for a job when you found that one, right?
Gene
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If You Keep Pickin That Thing, It'll Never Heal!
Gene
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- Bob Hoffnar
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On the bandstand try breathing out right before you play a phrase. It helps me stay relaxed.
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