[Harp-L] Asking to sit in

[Paul Cantin <pcantin@xxxxxxxxxx>]

This has been discussed at length years ago on the list and as I  
recall the consensus was that you should never, never, EVER, ask to  
sit in. The end result suggested to  introduce yourself to the band  
during the break , complement them and  let them know you're a harp  
player. If they decide to call you up later that will be their choice  
and no one will be embarrassed and you won't put them in a position to  
say NO!

I've used this technique many times and have been very successful. You  
get a lot more respect by NOT asking to sit in. If all the stars align  
you're in.

Paul
If You Love the Blues
Honk Your Hohner