imafunkyman
Joined: Sep 16, 2007
Posts: 548
Utah
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 11:04 AM
My patience has paid off, maybe. I'm just getting back into playing guitar after a 10 year layoff. I've always wanted to do instrumental music, especially surf related. I quit my last band 10 years ago to focus on family and career. All along though, I knew that I would get into playing again. I'm a newbie again! Anyhoo I placed an ad for a surf/garage/spy-fi/spaghetti western group. Salt Lake City usually doesn't have much to offer in eclectic tastes, so I was completely taken by surprise when I got a response from an established band that is heavily influenced by spaghetti western stuff. I'm really stoked about it. I've talked to them a few times, but haven't played yet. I'm nervous as hell, needless to say because I'm still a bit rusty and have never been a virtuoso in the first place! I'm going in with the bare minimum. Guitar and amp. No effects. Just the reverb on my Hotrod Deville dimed and my Dipinto Galaxie. Any words of encouragement or advice?
— Either you surf, or you fight.
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Noel
Joined: Mar 15, 2011
Posts: 8528
Back in Piitsburgh, Pennsylvania, where I grew up.
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 11:21 AM
Just encouragement. All the best. You'll do fine. Don't forget to breathe.
— This is Noel. Reverb's at maximum an' I'm givin' 'er all she's got.
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killbabykill34
Joined: Apr 03, 2010
Posts: 3201
Jacksonville, AL
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 01:01 PM
Go, play, enjoy yourself, relax. If it clicks, then so be it. If it doesn't...just the same...
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seafoam_johnny
Joined: Jul 27, 2007
Posts: 1099
4 faces. (Where the buffalo roam)
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 01:05 PM
Your time has come. Take the bull by the horns and enjoy the ride!! 
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derekirving
Joined: Nov 03, 2011
Posts: 660
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 01:26 PM
Ask for a list of songs (e.g. 3-5) you think you're going to audition on so you can prepare before hand. Don't be afraid to bring notes, shows you've put your work in and you feel they are worth the effort. Have a good time !
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FritzCat
Joined: Sep 11, 2007
Posts: 676
Sonoma, CA
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 03:24 PM
Is the band Rifamos? They're great! In any case good luck with your tryout.
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caddady
Joined: Feb 14, 2010
Posts: 802
N.E. Ohio
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 03:54 PM
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imafunkyman
Joined: Sep 16, 2007
Posts: 548
Utah
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 04:28 PM
Why yes it is the Rifamos Fritz! I'm a fan of their music, so that's why I'm nervous!
— Either you surf, or you fight.
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FritzCat
Joined: Sep 11, 2007
Posts: 676
Sonoma, CA
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 06:16 PM
Here's a link to their tunes for those who like spaghetti 
http://losrifamos.bandcamp.com/
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dp
Joined: Feb 26, 2006
Posts: 3546
mojave desert, california
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 06:20 PM
like Noel said: "breathe" ...I say "drink water"...
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CrazyAces
Joined: Jul 31, 2012
Posts: 4052
Nashville, TN.
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 06:51 PM
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PrestonRice
Joined: Oct 05, 2012
Posts: 1725
Austin, Texas
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 07:21 PM
Try to show off your best stuff. Use techniques they wouldn't expect, like slide and tapping, if you know any cool tricks. Be showy, dress well, smile. Look up Marco Minneman and imitate his faces. Have fun, be showy, the atmosphere makes the show.
— IMO.
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RobbieReverb
Joined: Feb 28, 2006
Posts: 2354
San Jose, Ca.
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 07:51 PM
FritzCat wrote:
Here's a link to their tunes for those who like spaghetti
http://losrifamos.bandcamp.com/
Wow! What an awesome tune!
My advice for the audition is to relax, have fun, be yourself, and keep it simple. I like Derek's recommendation to get a list of tunes to prep. Good luck!
— Bob
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JONPAUL
Joined: Apr 29, 2010
Posts: 2468
Venice, CA
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 08:00 PM
Hey Mike, Congrats on the opportunity! There's a few tried and true general philosophies that will definitely help ease the nervousness of the situation. Be honest. Be yourself. Have a sense of humor and don't be too serious. Engage with the other guys like they're your friends, not like people you're trying to impress. Since you're sincerely into instro, Surf, Spaghetti, etc., there should be no lack of common discussion. Above all else, just remember that whatever's meant to be, is meant to be--that even if nothing ever becomes of the meeting, it's still OK. You having the cojones to walk into that situation with your gear and wear your passion on your sleeve is an extremely admirable, remarkable and impressive thing in and of itself!
Oh, and a couple more things...do not under any circumstances, contrary to previous suggestion, try to show off. This is the biggest turn off at any first meeting. Being "showy" might be just what the American Idol judges want, but will close doors left and right in the instro world upon just meeting. Leave the tapping and other tricks for Eddie and simply play from the heart. Concentration on your tone and being musical will take you places. One more thing...bring a tank!!  Seriously, just have fun!
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Richard
Joined: Mar 02, 2006
Posts: 1683
Georgia
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 08:32 PM
+1 to Jon Paul's comments. Good luck!
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PrestonRice
Joined: Oct 05, 2012
Posts: 1725
Austin, Texas
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 08:32 PM
I did not mean to be a show off, or to try things you're not used to. But if you know any tricks or unique techniques, show them. And by "showy", I mean to be annoying or to be a show off, or to brag. But show off your best playing and have good stage presence. Don't look bored or tired. Sorry for not clarifying.
— IMO.
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JakeDobner
Joined: Feb 26, 2006
Posts: 12159
Seattle
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 08:48 PM
1.) Don't wear shorts.
2.) Don't nervously laugh.
3.) Don't sweat.
Unrelated, but I am going to start stabbing people in the eyes for referring to things as Spagetti Western. This isn't directed towards anyone or anything specific, just a thought that has been in my mind for the past several years.
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imafunkyman
Joined: Sep 16, 2007
Posts: 548
Utah
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 09:53 PM
Thanks for the encouragement guys! I'll try by best to be relaxed and have fun. I'll keep you posted and let you know how it goes.
— Either you surf, or you fight.
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pavlovsdog
Joined: Nov 22, 2010
Posts: 288
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 10:09 PM
JakeDobner wrote:
1.) Don't wear shorts.
2.) Don't nervously laugh.
3.) Don't sweat.
Unrelated, but I am going to start stabbing people in the eyes for referring to things as Spagetti Western. This isn't directed towards anyone or anything specific, just a thought that has been in my mind for the past several years.
Why? It's a fairly innocuous term.
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JakeDobner
Joined: Feb 26, 2006
Posts: 12159
Seattle
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Posted on Jan 08 2013 10:15 PM
Because it rarely sounds nor has the spirit of the original scores.
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