[Harp-L] re: am I alone

[Warren Bee <spahpublicity@xxxxxxxxx>]

I have seen this dilemma many times over the years. I remember experiencing
the feeling a lot many moons ago. You are not alone. This is why I am now
teaching this class in my harmonica school:
Jamming / Improv Workshop –

This three-hour class is designed to help get you out of the basement,
garage, bedroom, living room, car or whatever room you have been hunkering
down in to get your chops together. It’s time to hit the stage! We will
cover how to play harmonica with others in three different ways; raw
acoustic, through a microphone “clean” into a PA and through a vintage
microphone into a classic tube amplifier. Sometimes you need to just play
back-up and sometimes you have to step up and take a lead break. We will
cover the ins and outs of both. Lot’s more playing than talking in this
workshop! We will be playing along with jam tracks and pre-recorded music.
There are some rules to learn about “sitting in” with bands especially in a
public place like a club or bar. You will learn some helpful tips to help
you communicate with the band and “find your spots”. Improvisation coaching
to help you play “on the fly” to songs you may have never heard before. We
will discuss ways that you can mix it up so you keep sounding fresh instead
of repetitive. Get pointers on developing your “stage presence” so you can
make a good impression and give yourself some added confidence. Lots to
cover and LOTS of fun! It’s time for you to get out of the house and shine!

WB