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Originally Posted by sclitheroe
So at what point would you say someone is ready? If you can play rhythm to a 12 bar blues backing track (drums and bass on the backing, not mimicing another guitar) in a couple different styles (straight, swing, shuffles, etc) in different keys, with a selection of different chords and voicings, is that the time to get out there? Is it acceptable to show up and only want/be able to play rhythm?
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I've been playing for 4 years and joined a band last summer. After jamming for like 6 months we finally did an open mic and I was soo nervous. But I had a few beers and just went and did it. I caught a bug and now all I want to do is play. I realized I probably could have started doing them way earlier.
Lead guitar takes a while, so yeah, you'll probably want to just play rhythm ( I love playing rhythm )
Here we are at our 2nd open mic at the Shamrock. I think there were 4 other musicians there and a handful of drunks. Honestly, no one is going to judge anyone and if they do, #### 'em!
Recording quality is poor and there were a few hiccups. First song, a grand total of 2 chords, and 3 chords in the second.