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WHERE DO I BEGIN?

Once you are registered for Stagecraft Dojo, think about what two-to-five-minute piece you might like to use. Maybe you already know what you'd like to perform, or maybe you'd like feedback on a few pieces during the series. There is time in each session for one performance per person.  


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 STAGECRAFT PREPARATION

1. Select your piece and make a chart for it with words and chords. Prepare to bring 3 copies.

2. Fill out and send your contact information. Tell us about your goals, stage experience and what you consider your obstacles to be.

3. Bring your instrument.

4. Dress comfortably. Last session dress to perform. If it's folk music, come as you are (or as you feel is appropriate to the genre).

5. Practice daily, as though you are in-training for a sports event (called music performance). Vocalize, eat well, drink water, exercise, Work on your piece every day in as many ways as come to mind - try new things out to make it uniquely yours, the way YOU enjoy it, play with a metronome, slower and faster, play in front of a mirror and see what you see while you play your song, move more, move less, try out new riffs, simplify busy-ness for a "less is more" approach to allow more space for the piece to express itself, Practice silence. Practice tuning and talking at the same time. Practice joy and humor. Never (never) apologize on stage. Think about what you want to say between songs, banter, "a funny thing happened on the way to open mic..." Think about song introductions, one that aligns with the song, and one that is in contrast to the song (rainy weather, sunny song). More to come...
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STAGECRAFT DOJO MATERIALS will be added to this page...

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OPEN MIC FIELD TRIP

Artichoke Music has regular open mics in a friendly and supportive listening room. We recommend that you go to at least one Open Mic during the series to scout the room and see what it's like. Being in the audience will give you more confidence when your turn comes,

What Are They Saying About Us?

-  “I liked the fun easy spirit you have. It was great!”
-  “My mind feels tingly. (that’s a good thing!)”

-  “Such personable, funny teachers. It was so easy to learn - not intimidating.”
-  “....fun, took away anxiety about difficulty; can have fun knowing only a few chords.”
-  “Loved the picking techniques; very cool!”
-  “I like being in a group of people singing. I like having you two as leaders. I like learning new songs.”
-  “I like how accessible & personable you are - happy, fun atmosphere.”
-  “I got in touch with a lot of songs that I haven’t remembered for a while and learned some really great new ones.”
-  “I like the easy atmosphere, low pressure, friendly ambiance, the generosity of Kate & Steve - please keep this up!”

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