Violin Forum/Message Board

[ollieken]

Hello Folks
How do you folks control stage fright I am fine till I hear my name called to go & play Then the Butterfly stomoch untill I start to play then I settel down . You Have a tune in mind then when you get to the mike I
some times play another that come to mind Any Comment`s Anyone
Ken

[Jack Rushing]

Ken, This is something most everyone has. I don't think you will ever get
complete control over it, but it will become easier the more times you perform. Just be well prepared, and go after it.!!!!

[gjk]

What helps me is thinking about why I like to play and the fun of playing with others(like in a trio or band). Basically trying to turn the worry into excitement and anticipation. If you're enjoying yourself you don't let slip-ups bother you as much either. I also do a bit of public speaking and a funny story or remark can really set you and the audience at ease with each other right from the start.

[gjk]

What helps me is thinking about why I like to play and the fun of playing with others(like in a trio or band). Basically trying to turn the worry into excitement and anticipation. If you're enjoying yourself you don't let slip-ups bother you as much either. I also do a bit of public speaking and a funny story or remark can really set you and the audience at ease with each other right from the start.

[ollieken]

Thank you for the reply Jack & G J K It is getting better I belive as you say jack know what you are going to do & go for it would help . We have a big group some times around siixty that comes to this old time fiddle night from 7 to 10 pm Half play one tune each alone & the other half the next week

Then we all play as a group with one leader the rest of the evening .
Some are wonderfull players one has recordings out .
There are some kids 6 to14 can sure play & step dance

Some are taking a bus tour as far as louisiana in Feb playing along the way for near three wks Thanks again ken