I've just come back from a garden party in Mossley where Abney Music Group/Orchestra were playing. There were only half the normal players, as the event was dropped on them rather than properly planned for. BUT I really enjoyed watching and listening. I think they have a lovely sound and I'm a little in awe/scared of the idea now of joining them. I'm supposed to join on friday, but not at all sure I'm a good enough standard.
I have some serious thinking to do, cos I really do want to do this but am scared of showing myself up.

Why don't you go for 1 session and see what you think and then make a decision?

Yeh do go, there's been loads of times I've been petrified in such circumstances - but it always pays off well for me. Like when I thought I couldn't play my music for a musical this summer, I went to the band call, and I played quite well, and the director couldn't stop saying how thrilled he was with the band. Or the first musical group I ever joined - I was forced into my youth orchestra at 11 years old, and didn't play a note for the first 3 years. Then the trom section of 7 all left at once, so I was forced to play, and from there I progressed a heck of alot.

So what I'm trying to say is I'm sure it's a terrifying prospect for you, but it should be enjoyable once you settle in, and you'll make some great friends and probably have a laugh doing something you love. Out of 2 players - the superb player who doesn't care/ is a total snob, and the enthusiastic player who is totally commited to what they're doing - any MD of bands etc I play in would choose the enthusiastic player.

I strongly encourage you to go

Hi Snuglivixen,

Thanks for the compliment It was rather 'dropped on us' but I suppose we managed regardless of half the orchestra being present.

I thought I recognised you from the adult learners concert when you were watching. I wasn't sure if you recognised me or not though - Fiona on violin with black hair tied up. Not the violinist with glasses.

I played the piano solo and cello in cello/piano duet at the adult concert.

You should just come along on Friday and give it a try.
I was pertified too so I just went to watch, listen and collect the music the very first time.

But definatley come and try it.

See you Friday ?

Fiona

Just read in the local paper that they have a drum kit now...

Which paper is that Sbhoa ?

Fiona

I've seen the paper Sbhoa.

SVixen, are you coming tonight ? I will wait for you and introduce you to everyone if you feel better. We're a nice lot really and we don't bite !

Fiona