I used to play in a church band as a pianist and bassit, so I usually have to play usually twice a month. And my piano teacher organize a piano performance for her student every year, so that's the only time I actually performe clas sical music.
Despite it being my main instrument I rarely perform the piano. I play trumpet casually in a jazz band and a brass band, and I sang in a rock band in a competition; didn't go anywhere unfortunately.
I used to fill in as a guitarist for local bands back in the early to mid 90's. Punk and early alt styles mostly. I could never secure a permanent position in a band because I can't read music and I don't know much about music theory, I just play by ear. So off and on, a few times a summer.
I haven't played a gig in almost a year, but I'm in the process of putting together another band. Sadly, though, I typically only play/practice whenever I'm with a band. I hardly ever pick up my bass in the downtime between bands.
I used to fill in as a guitarist for local bands back in the early to mid 90's. Punk and early alt styles mostly. I could never secure a permanent position in a band because I can't read music and I don't know much about music theory, I just play by ear. So off and on, a few times a summer.
Haven't done anything since 1997, however.
br0kenrabbit
I didn't even know that Punk musicians needed to know theory. :o
I haven't performed in about 3 years. I haven't been in a band in ages, I don't know anyone who plays the drums or the bass, or anyone that likes the same music as me... So finding people that play the drums and bass and like the same music as me is... yeah, pretty hard.
Last time I performed was when I was at uni. I was in a short-lived guitar/vocal duo which did a few weekend gigs at a local bar. Before that, I'd perform every week at an open mic night held at a local indie club (just me on guitar & vocals. went down a treat). That was three years ago.
Never really. Every band I've been in usually fell apart after a week (always related with issues cncerning our drummer). In any case I still feel like I have alot moreto learnbefore I play in front of people.
Never really. Every band I've been in usually fell apart after a week (always related with issues cncerning our drummer). In any case I still feel like I have alot moreto learnbefore I play in front of people.
lenson
What is it with drummers anyway? They're either bad or so full of themselves they try to force weaker members out or just quit unexpectedly. At least in my experience that's what I've personally observed.
Never really. Every band I've been in usually fell apart after a week (always related with issues cncerning our drummer). In any case I still feel like I have alot moreto learnbefore I play in front of people.
lenson
Playing in front of people is a good experience though, not something that can be gain with just practice.
Never really. Every band I've been in usually fell apart after a week (always related with issues cncerning our drummer). In any case I still feel like I have alot moreto learnbefore I play in front of people.
jubino
What is it with drummers anyway? They're either bad or so full of themselves they try to force weaker members out or just quit unexpectedly. At least in my experience that's what I've personally observed. Most drummers I've played with can't keep a steady beat. :P
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