Going to Live Shows

As a musician, performer, or songwriter, it is vital that you go to see live music.  Sometimes, you learn more from watching a specific performance than performing yourself.  I recommend going to as many open mics and live shows that you can in your community.  Even if you don’t perform yourself, you will learn from watching.  We go to an open mic in LA called ourmic, and their whole philosophy is “You shine, I shine.”  This is a great philosophy to follow at every show or open mic.  Give the performer your full attention - because they will do better if you do! (And that’s what you would want yourself).  Be inspired by other people’s music and performance and learn how to incorporate what you see that you like into your own performances.