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Topic: Problems Playing with a Band
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Tim Whitlock
Member From: Arvada, CO, USA
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posted 03 April 2006 06:24 AM
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I knew I was in trouble when the guitar player said, "I have to play all the time or I will lose my place". Having played in both situations, I must say it's such a pleasure to be able to have some tone and expression in your playing, rather than just trying to cut through the mix. It's the same difference as that between swimming and drowning.[This message was edited by Tim Whitlock on 03 April 2006 at 06:26 AM.] [This message was edited by Tim Whitlock on 03 April 2006 at 06:27 AM.] |
Bill McRoberts
Member From: Janesville, WIisconsin USA
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posted 03 April 2006 04:55 PM
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I guess you really know there is a problem when the lead player does his "schtick" plus turns his back to you. Definitely an ego thing. A good lead player works with other lead players with eye contact and a nod if you are splitting solos. When you get into a Jazz or Blues jam most lead musicians don't even think of a Steel Guitar as being a lead instrument. It's tough. When and if, you can get a solo in edgewise, a good lead man will be astonished and may even thank you.
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William Steward
Member From: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
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posted 04 April 2006 05:16 AM
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The classic way to get a guitar player to turn down is to put a chart in front of them  I am guilty of often playing too quietly in my country or blues bands since after a few drinks the volume level sneaks up. Last weekend I tried setting the amp further away from myself and that helped since I had to turn up to hear myself. If the volume level is really bad I have started packing earplugs as well....at 53 I want to preserve what is left of my hearing. |
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