Comments on: A Preparation Guide For Your First Live Performance

By: Andy Chubb

Andy Chubb — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:05:06 +0000

Thank you very much for the positive feedback. Playing a gig can get the legs of even the most confident musicians shaking! I’m glad that you agree with the points made and have found it useful in some way! Keep up the great work guys!

Thanks again

Andy Chubb

By: Shaun IMA

Shaun IMA — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:36:15 +0000

Thanks for the great comment Dior. I agree, what may be ‘obvious’ to one person may not be to another. That’s why I cover all different levels of advice on this website, from info for beginners, to more advanced strategies which can be used by more seasoned musicians.

I haven’t heard of people using shades to help with stage fright before. When I’ve seen people wear shades on stage before (Inside), I always wondered why they did it. I’ve also made the odd “Why are they wearing sun glasses inside” joke.

If possible you should try to do without them. It would give a better image of yourself, and it will make you less reliant on this tool. Maybe you could try shutting your eyes for parts instead? It’d make you looking like you’re ‘getting in the zone’, and really connecting with the words you’re singing. It’ll look good to your audience, and hopefully also help you feel more comfortable and relaxed too. Hope that helps.

By: Dior

Dior — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 09:43:16 +0000

This is definitely a great checklist. While some people might think that some parts are obvious, others might feel the same way about a set list–both can be quickly forgotten. Just as it is a good idea to write down your set list, this list would also be helpful a tool to have on hand when preparing for a gig. I have been singing for years, and have a few live performances under my belt, but am now starting to venture out into live performances in front of large groups of strangers. I appreciate this site, and all of the great advice given. Tips are always welcome, especially when coming from experienced people.

I do have one question: How do you feel about wearing shades on stage to help with stage fright?

I have crippling stage fright, but always get through the performance. Do you think that this would be made easier by wearing glasses while performing? I don’t want to come off as too cool, or risk not connecting with the crowd (I feed off of them as well). I’m just looking for things that will allow me to show my full potential while doing what I love.

Thank you so much!!

By: Shaun IMA

Shaun IMA — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:51:59 +0000

Great comment QB Diamond, I’m glad you find the article useful!

That’s the thing, gig nerves do tend to effect a lot of people. As humans, we’re not naturally used to getting up and performing in front of a large number of people. It is something that can be worked on however, and gets easier to do with experience. Once you’re on stage, if you start the first few seconds well, a lot of the nerves go away naturally by themselves.

Good luck with the success

By: QB Diamond

QB Diamond — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:57:49 +0000

EVERY THING THAT WAS SAID IS ON POINT!
Every time I go on stage weather a small club or a Ho-Down or singing to people I meet for the first time. My nerves always get to me and my insides start to shake. I just stay calm and know that I have talent. I tell myself “I’ve done this before, just do it again”. After I start singing, I start to feed off the crowd and focus. I was woundering about taking a drink just off stage to calm down before I proform and I don’t drink but, I was thinking of starting. Not anymore. It is true about giving myself time so as not to have to rush and forget stuff. Scouting out the venue location, makes all the sence in the world. It would not matter that you had everything you needed with you and left in plenty of time, if I got lost on the way(time flies too, when your not having fun). Well thank you Mr. Chubb and HAPPY TRAILS. This is the Year QB Diamond with helpful advice like this and IMA. I will be successful.