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I would like to say that the concert went well and I am now in 3 chair I'm going to do solo ensamble and all is well ::D

Flute 3 1/2 years
Keyboard 3 1/2 years
Guitar 3 1/2 years
Drums 3 1/2 years
Base 3 1/2 years

I can make a band

I know this conversation looks like it's over, but I have a tip for breathing techniques. Every day before you play (you might do this before school if you don't want to look silly in front of your friends :P), do a breathing exercise. One that I do: set a medium tempo in your head (about 80 beats ...

Band_Geek wrote:I just noticed this but click Lessons on the yellow bar at the top of the forums. Look on the right side for some links. Click "Free Online Metronome." That should help.

Okay, thanks I think this is all for now. lol

Band_Geek wrote:Interesting....

Isn't it.

Band_Geek wrote:Did you have to audition for it or did he go "Here, I want you to play this?"

Audition but still other people played it better then me.

Band_Geek wrote:Is it a hard solo or a simple solo?

Mediumish its a slur sorta like the first 5 notes from the Db scale, but the last notes are high.

Band_Geek wrote:Well having solo's when playing in a concert can be very nerve-wracking. Just imagine you are playing alone in your room or somewhere you feel most safe.

Its kinda sad I think the reason he gave me the solo was because he felt bad for me.

How do you stay calm during solo performances?

Band_Geek wrote:Im not sure because Ive never needed lessons. Id estimate $25.00 a month. Maybe you should look for a local music shop that offers lessons.

Anymore advice for me? lol

MeLizzard Being a female or a male in music does not matter. However, depending on the circles you are in, there are stigmas behind being a male and a flute player, so there are differences. Another interesting note is demographics. What is the biggest population of flute players, especially the on...

How much do private lesson usually cost?

3 and a half years

They are both jerks.

Well I want to know how to get 1st chair. I practice and hour a day but I still suck.