pikeman Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 I've not played in a band for almost 20 years. I suffered a serious hand injury which put paid to my career as a session bassist. About 2 years ago I set myself a challenge to play the bass again and lots of time and pain and hard work has now got me to the stage where I think I could play live again. To cut a long story short, I've an audition with a gigging band tomorrow. I'm one of 6 bassists trying out and not very confident of getting the gig but that's not the point, just being at the stage of having a bass in my hands and playing with other musicians in something I never thought I'd see again. I'm very nervous but quite pleased with myself at the same time. Wish me luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stef030 Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 all the very best , hope you get the gig keep us informed cheers stef Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wally Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 The very best of luck to you, enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Have a great one, let us know how you got on. No matter how you fare at the audition, this will be the starting point to getting your confidence back, and the beginning of a new love affair with playing in bands. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jigster Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 good luck m8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikeman Posted March 5, 2011 Author Share Posted March 5, 2011 Thanks for your kind wishes. I've been given 45 minutes to impress so it is a bit of a baptism of fire. However it turns out I'm sure I'll enjoy it and hopefully my first step back to doing something that used to be my job but has always been my love. I'm thinking of taking the Dark (Sue) Ryder P bass with me, that should get some sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike Vincent Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Go for it! Whatever happens it's a good thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fryer Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 I had a long break from playing ( not for the same reason ) and started again about 2 years ago. And really enjoying it. Good luck with this audition, but if you don't get it, there'll be others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bh2 Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Yes... all the best and good luck... Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Good for you, wishing you luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_5 Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Don't worry about the audition, just have fun and enjoy the experience. That way even if you don't make the grade, you've had a positive experience. If you get the gig, then that's a bonus. All the best. Paul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Bad Company picked Boz Burrell (RIP) because he was an nice n easy chap to get along with, not because of his playing ability. On that note, just have fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icastle Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 You've put two years into getting to the point that YOU feel you're ready. To me that speaks volumes. Wishing you all the very best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 Yup, new start. Whatever happens you will be looking for more, which is brilliant. The audiyion is just a start. Enjoy, and the very best of luck, Karl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebrig Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 [quote name='icastle' post='1151113' date='Mar 6 2011, 07:12 AM']You've put two years into getting to the point that YOU feel you're ready. To me that speaks volumes. Wishing you all the very best![/quote] Spot on! You played for a living in the past, so you obviously know what it takes to cut it. And I'm sure your standards are quite high. So if [b]YOU[/b] feel that you are ready, then I'm sure you are. Best of luck, and do let us know how you got on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blademan_98 Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 +1 to the above Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PURPOLARIS Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 [quote name='Schnozzalee' post='1151063' date='Mar 5 2011, 11:58 PM']Bad Company picked Boz Burrell (RIP) because he was an nice n easy chap to get along with, not because of his playing ability. On that note, just have fun!! [/quote] +1 to this. More than half the audition will be about the chemistry between you and the other band members. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 (edited) [quote name='PURPOLARIS' post='1151140' date='Mar 6 2011, 08:32 AM']+1 to this. More than half the audition will be about the chemistry between you and the other band members. Good luck.[/quote] Agreed - I'm in a far better band than I should be and it's because I'm easy to get along with. I got the nod in favour of a couple of other bassists who were far more talented because I fitted in. Edited March 6, 2011 by niceguyhomer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikeman Posted March 6, 2011 Author Share Posted March 6, 2011 Wow, I'm really feeling the love here guys. Group hug time. Thank you all for your great words of encouragement. Well, everything is packed so if I don't know the six songs they've given me by now , I never will. I just wish they hadn't added Stevie Wonder's "I wish", that one really gets the fingers in a tangle. I'm taking the Dark Ryder with the Ibanez as a back up. I don't suppose I'll hear back from them for a few days but I'll give you my impressions this evening. Thanks again , funnily enough I don't feel too nervous today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 If you have been able to play for a living on sessions, then you should have been more than useful. I can't imagine how hard it has been to come back from something that took that all away but you should have a wealth of experience that could shade the other guys anyway. If only in arranging, sound and general demeanor within a band context I can't quite guage whether you want the chair or just want to get back into the frame but best of luck with it. If..as a lot of bands seem to do..they look at potential instead of immediate capability, and you think you can get back some of your skill-set, I wouldn't be having any worries. I would probably let them know a bit of background about why you are where you are playing-wise as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blamelouis Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 Good luck mate . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikeman Posted March 6, 2011 Author Share Posted March 6, 2011 Oh bugger, I've just had a phone call and the audition has been cancelled, the singer has a migraine. All that worrying for nothing. No date set for another audition yet. I've gone from nervous to disappointed. Sorry to put you guys through it with me. Still feeling the love though. Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 You've obviously put a lot into this audition so keep at it and good luck. A Migraine and cancelled the audition with 6 bassists lined up. Mmm !!! I still go to work when I take a migraine. What will happen if its a gig. On the plus side you have more time to prepare. All the very best Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pikeman Posted March 6, 2011 Author Share Posted March 6, 2011 [quote name='dmccombe7' post='1151265' date='Mar 6 2011, 10:52 AM']You've obviously put a lot into this audition so keep at it and good luck. A Migraine and cancelled the audition with 6 bassists lined up. Mmm !!! I still go to work when I take a migraine. What will happen if its a gig. On the plus side you have more time to prepare. All the very best Dave [/quote] Just what I was thinking Dave. I still have to work with a migraine and I'm a photographer, thank God for autofocus. As you say, it gives me time to prepare a bit more. I was just talking the my better half and realised in all my years of playing, going back to the 60's, I've never actually had an audition of any kind. I suppose having to prove ones ability is something I'll have to come to terms with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icastle Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 [quote name='pikeman' post='1151252' date='Mar 6 2011, 10:46 AM']Oh bugger, I've just had a phone call and the audition has been cancelled, the singer has a migraine.[/quote] Hey - Bonus!!! You can spend some more time getting your "I Wish" finger tanglement issues sorted out now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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