[Dixielandjazz] stamina at festivals

[Richard Stevens]

Hi All,
I have been following the "stamina" thread with interest. We often have two
calls in a day, the next one in a couple of weeks has 10 am until 3 pm
followed by 7.30 until 10,30 pm. No time to get tired although we do have a
break for a siesta. Are we working to hard? 

regards,
Richard Stevens
www.thejazzfactory.net   
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From: dixielandjazz-bounces at ml.islandnet.com
[mailto:dixielandjazz-bounces at ml.islandnet.com] On Behalf Of Jim Kashishian
Sent: Tuesday, 7 March 2006 7:14 PM
To: dixielandjazz at ml.islandnet.com
Subject: [Dixielandjazz] Festival gigs

Bob Ringwald wrote:
The reason The performers have a tendency to get a little tired is because,
what he is talking about is a Jazz festival, not a one night gig playing 3
45 minute sets.


I realize that, Bob.  Nevertheless, when you're playing...really playing,
there's just no time to be tired.  That was my theme.  After the gig is
another matter, as is in between gigs or sets. But during the set, if you're
really into it, it just can't happen.  (And, I'm not all that young,
myself!)

P.s. we only do one club now that requires 3 sets.  The norm is two forty
five minute sets.  However, I will personally spend every ounce of energy I
have in the period allotted.  That's the goal I set myself.

For concerts, we normally do one 1.5 hr set.  That is spaced with a quartet
piece for the trumpeter, one for the 'bone, and a trio song. The rhythm guys
don't get a break..., but the audience does by these little "breathers" from
listening to the whole band honking at once.

Jim


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