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the-rasta-masta · 07-03-2009, 01:17 AM

Alright, so my band has signed up to play our first live gig. We are pretty much getting thrown into the fire, the crowd will be over 1000 people. We will be performing at a bar so none of us are sure what to expect. Our drummer has played live before, but the other three of us are stage virgins. Honestly, as the singer and guitar player, I am feeling a tad nervous and expect it to grow over the next few days as the event comes closer.

So, to all you musicians out there, are there any tips that can help alleviate the anxiety we will undoubtedly experience once we get on stage? Are there any magic anti-stage fright methods that are tried and true? I plan on drinking a little bit to take off the edge, I think a little buzz might help my cause. Any help would be much appreciated.

07-03-2009, 01:17 AM	#1
the-rasta-masta First Line Centre Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Turner Valley Exp:	Calling all musicians: First gig and stage fright Alright, so my band has signed up to play our first live gig. We are pretty much getting thrown into the fire, the crowd will be over 1000 people. We will be performing at a bar so none of us are sure what to expect. Our drummer has played live before, but the other three of us are stage virgins. Honestly, as the singer and guitar player, I am feeling a tad nervous and expect it to grow over the next few days as the event comes closer. So, to all you musicians out there, are there any tips that can help alleviate the anxiety we will undoubtedly experience once we get on stage? Are there any magic anti-stage fright methods that are tried and true? I plan on drinking a little bit to take off the edge, I think a little buzz might help my cause. Any help would be much appreciated.