Maintaining a Repertoire

[Mike K]

I also have a large repertoire which would be difficult to remember. For this reason I create set lists for different performances, sometimes the set list is printed out and other times I use the electronic version. Although it's possible to play a long list of songs by memory, an actual music chart will remind me of the key and details of each song. It's not required to stare at the page, however it adds to my performance by keeping me true to the piece.

I've been playing some songs for many years and know them by heart but to keep myself sane, like to add or delete some of them as circumstances dictate. Yes, some people play an entire performance from memory but it's because they don't change their repertoire very often.

Many people will disagree but we're all individuals and have to use whichever tools are available without worrying what another player thinks.

I unfortunately have the problem of not being able to focus too much on the audience or it distracts me...especially good looking women...then you start forgetting where you are in the song.

 

[Ffingers]

Mike K it is a matter of multitasking - perving while playing has always been a mark of the professional ;-)