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Great topic, Ashleigh!!

For me, the best two ways to improve my performing skills has been to just perform,
and to watch others perform live on a regular basis. I can honestly say that many of the things I do on stage were learned from watching a more accomplished performer.
Observation is a powerful thing.

I still cringe, though, when I see videos of myself...feel like my vulnerability is too obvious...But, I would agree that it's good to watch yourself- in order to have an accurate idea of what the audience sees.

I have always felt nervous about talking in between songs. So, I rehearse a few things to say for each song - ahead of time...That way, even if I do spontaneously add stuff during the show, I can still fall back on a few planned things...

Emily

[This message has been edited by Emily Sanders (edited 10-11-2003).]