[Harp-L] Re: Setting the tempo

[DPWatson72@xxxxxxx]

Elizabeth -- I remember years ago being very nervous counting off the  very 
first song that I led so I know your pain.
 
I got this from watching Pierre Beauregard.  I start playing the song  in 
my mind and then start snapping my fingers -- even while giving directions to 
 everyone on the key, etc. I keep snapping and make sure that I make eye  
contact with the drummer ('cause if he don't get if right you're screwed --  
there's no adjusting after the downbeat) and then I count it  off.
 
Dave Watson
Alexandria, Va.