seashell Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Forgive me for indulging myself with a separate thread about this, but I am dead chuffed and wanted to share the details. I have finally got meself in a band How it happened was this: A friend and work colleague played bass with this band, but left them on good terms to go onto something a bit more musically challenging. So they were looking for a bass player and he put in a good word for me. I went to have a bit of a jam with them last night and all went well. They are, shall I say, 'enthusuastic amateurs' and perhaps somewhat 'under-rehearsed'. But this was a massive boost for my confidence, as I quickly realised that I would be able to hold my own with them fairly easily. So for the very first time, I was not paralysed with fear at playing in front of other people and managed to relax and really give it some welly. Consequently played a lot better than usual. We played a few rock and blues standards for an hour, at the end of which they asked me if I had enjoyed it. I said yes and 'well,, what's next guys, are you going to let me know?'. The singer laughed and said ' I think it's realy sweet that you even asked that, of course you're in if you want to be'!! So the next step in my musical career has been taken. Onwards and upwards!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Nice one! Now for the first gig! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 As someone who has no free time and a toddler (may be some correlation) I am both happy for you and deeply jealous at the same time Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Well done, chief - I am now looking forward to the buzz around your first gig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul torch Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 nice one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Good news, chuffed for you. Look forward to seeing your first gig post soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merello Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Brilliant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BILL POSTERS Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 New band, new horizon. No feeling like it. Enjoy, best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevB Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Excellent news. Maybe initially get a few songs tight with the band, find open mic/jam sessions and do those to gain confidence whilst working up a full set for pub gigs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz666 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Woo Hoo!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncle psychosis Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Nice one. Playing with other people is the single best thing a bass player can do to progress in my opinion. The fact that its also fun is a definite bonus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monckyman Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Oh No! Are my strings right is my tone cutting through the mix can I carry this amp upstairs every gig do I need a strap should I sing backing where d[i]o I [/i]stand what plectrums do I need,do I need plectrums at all,what about pedals and a tuner I thought this was in Eminor? Aaaaaaaaarghhh. Congratulations, you are going to really enjoy it! MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debwilliams Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Brilliant news! Very happy for you. Go and rock yourself ragged xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceChick Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 [u]Fabulous news [/u] Really chuffed for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Yay! Nice one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stef030 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 well done that man enjoy and bring on that first gig chees stef Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Nice one, well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Well done, that's great news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Playing in an ensemble is what our instrument was esigned for, nice one, enjoy. Nothing like it IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 [b]YAY!! WELL DONE, SHELL!! \m/ \m/[/b] Next step - first gig, which will be fearful and chaotic. 'Aaargh! Why did I even [i]agree[/i] to this??' ...you'll be thinking. Closely followed by, 'Aaargh! That was totally +AWESOME+!! AGAIN! AGAIN!!' Let us know when your first gig is! I'll start collecting the vegetables... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spike Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Well done, this is when the fun starts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seashell Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share Posted July 3, 2012 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1341310279' post='1716637'] Let us know when your first gig is! I'll start collecting the vegetables... [/quote] It's all right, they are already in the band, lol, Many thanks everyone for your encouragement. I'm madly busy at work today so can't reply individually, but you are all really great for helping me celebrate this!!! BC'ers rock!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 [quote name='seashell' timestamp='1341319008' post='1716874'] It's all right, they are already in the band, lol, [/quote] I was referring to the audience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Brill, enjoy. Remember us lot when it's Wembley!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurbs Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 It is really good news you have found a band and you are happy with it. One slight note of caution, I have always found it best for me musically when I join a band and every member is miles better than me. Yes it is daunting and you feel uncomfortable but ultimately you will pull you socks up harder, practice for longer and make the journey to their level much quicker. I guess it depends on your ambition and goals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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