niceguyhomer Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 I had an audtion two weeks ago with a band that were several leagues above anything I've done before. I didn't play well but did enough to get a second bite today - and I'm actually nervous. It's not like me at all, usually I couldn't give a toss but I really really want to get into this band. Wish me luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Good luck with it dude. All the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soopercrip Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Good luck matey Knock 'em dead. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpleblob Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Yeah, best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nottswarwick Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Good luck - enjoy yourself. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Luck doesn't come into it dude, it'll be all those hours of practice, gigging and talking bass with us BCers that'll do it. Just enjoy, don't worry about the outcome, no point, just reduces the quality of your playing. Chris PS good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Hope it goes really today - remember all that good stuff like taking deep breaths to calm those nerves, don't overplay, make facial contact with people whilst playing etc. I'm sure you'll slay 'em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leschirons Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 There were obviously a few that won't be asked back for a second audition so that's really promising. Hope it works out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroman Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Yeah, good luck matey, hope you get the gig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trtzbass Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Good luck dude. Remember we normally feel compelled to play waaaaay more than we should. Relax and make your life easier. What works for me is: I have slightly more volume on the amp and I think "small": small hand movements, small playing. This helps me not to overplay and to have a better control on my muscles. Remember to breathe :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 (edited) Hi Alan, all sportsmen warm up before a race and major bands warm up before a gig so don't go in cold. Before the audition I'd spend several hours (at least 2) playing and practising to get yourself warmed up and get your brain and ear to hand coordination into gear. Good luck. Edit: .... and if possible remember to lock in with the drummer. Edited August 30, 2009 by chris_b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platypus Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Really hope you get the gig Al, and hope this band turns out to be 'the one' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerdragon Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Yeah do us Basschatters proud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funkmaster Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Hope it goes well Alan. Enjoy! David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreeneKing Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Here's hoping that you get exactly what you want outta this Alan in terms of enjoyng yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Knock 'em out there boots! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmaxblues Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Best of luck, and relax, most important thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdy Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 All the best Al - I am sure you will nail it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witterth Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 let me join in eve though you dont know me wihing you all the best, youre most likley there as I write! "out of your league?" you got the funk!! ATB let us all know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 MB1. ...GO GET EM!.. AL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamapirate Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 [quote name='molan' post='585006' date='Aug 30 2009, 09:56 AM']remember all that good stuff like taking deep breaths to calm those nerves, don't overplay, make facial contact with people whilst playing etc. [/quote] :brow: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMX Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Good luck mate, sure you'll do fine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGit Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 good luck mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted August 30, 2009 Author Share Posted August 30, 2009 (edited) Si - you're back ... yikes I owe you some mahoney. I'll get it posted prontamundo Looks like I got the job - bit scary really, these people are proper musicians. I've got some MP3s of them - does anyone know I can post a couple on here? Edited August 30, 2009 by niceguyhomer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Brilliant news. As for posting MP3's you have to ask someone else. Sorry couldn't resist. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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