Re: [Harp-L] jam cues

[Roger A Gonzales <gonz1@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Robert,
If no one is talking charge of a particular song, you politely and professionally take charge.  
Especially at jams, it can quickly turn into a pissing contest.   Depending on the level and 
maturity of musicians involved.  If you have some experienced players, everyone will usually 
work together no problem.  If you don't, a jam like that needs someone to help those less 
experienced.  If you feel you can handle it, and you have some experience fronting a band go 
for it.  Just work everyone through the tune and get to the end, make a nice finish and there 
you go.  Have fun.

regards,
Roger Gonzales
fresno, CA  

----- Original Message -----
From: ynfdwas@xxxxxxxxx
Date: Sunday, March 8, 2009 9:03 pm
Subject: [Harp-L] jam cues
To: "Harp-L@Harp-L. Org" <harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx>

> I like to play off the guitar lines, call and response.
> Even better, harmonize a horn riff in thirds with the
> guitar player. (rare)
> 
> When no one is directing the jam tune, the confident
> (aggressive) players dominate the leads. How do you cue
> the band to take a verse each, or four measures each
> and go around? 
> 
> When it happens, it's very exciting for all! Players
> are on their toes and building off each other's solos,
> and the audience catches the energy, too.
> 
> Robert Hale, "the Duke Of Wail
> "http://www.dukeofwail.com/
> Gilbert, Arizona
> 
> 
> 
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