A Brilliant Plan

[stewblack]

We had a solo support the other night. He was singing rather nicely when suddenly these invisible backing singers joined him with some pitch  perfect harmonies. Their timing too was exquisite. 

I realised at once what was happening and began to try to prize the back of the nearest PA cab to get a look the little elves hidden inside. 

After the rest of my band had restrained and quieted me they explained that in fact there were no elves merely an effect pedal which enabled the fellow to harmonise with himself! Imagine! 

Here is where my genius really took hold. I've always envied those bassists who stride to the microphone during a chorus and pick out a perfect third or fifth to the melody. My singing skills are more suited to the kind of football crowd bawling favoured by the likes of Sham 69and others of that ilk. 

If I secretly routed the singer's microphone through one of these pedals, and had it at my feet I could stamp on it and mime along whenever I felt it appropriate. Brilliant! 

In fact what could possibly go wrong? 

[stewblack]

I should add my singer has perfect pitch - she really is very good - so the harmonies ought to sound just fine.