My first audition in more than 15 years...

[Deaj]

I picked up a CD of original material this evening from a local drummer and singer/guitarist/songwriter who are looking for a local bassist to fill out a trio and for collaberation. This will officially be my first audition as a bassist. I picked up the bass about 9 years ago after playing guitar semi-pro for 20 years or so (still play guitar). I've done some writing and recording with my brother but we've always worked together - his material is outstanding! The material is interesting and it sounds like it would be an enjoyable gig. It's mostly groove oriented rock stuff. I live in a small town called Kingston across the Puget Sound from north Seattle in Washington state. These guys are looking for a small commitment in practice time (2 nights / week) and a couple of local gigs each month. It's a great fit for me as I am a family man with precious little time to spare these days. I'll be putting some time in this weekend to prepare.

I'm jazzed and I thought I'd share the vibe

 

[ynot]

Congratulations !!! way to go

 

[Rod Trussbroken]

Good luck

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[Dees]

good luck

 

[Bassplyr]

Good luck. You'll get the gig, if nothing else, just because you own a Bongo!

 

[Mobay45]

I had an audition recently and it had been at least that long since my last one. I didn't get the gig, but I did improve my chops by learning so much of the music that the band plays. Good luck and I hope you pass the audition.

 

[skabassist13]

bring the bongo. just make sure not to cause any damage to the area when you rock out!

 

[Morrow]

good luck. I hope things are a good match.

 

[midopa]

That's great news! Best wishes.

 

[Deaj]

Thanks everyone! I let you know how it turns out.

The Bongo will definitely be going to the audition

 

[TSanders]

Congrats. Put that smokin GK stack and white Bongo to use. Let us know how its going.

 

[Deaj]

Well, after reviewing the music further I decided to back out. It wasn't bad. It just wasn't compelling for me. I'm a husband and father with a full time job and just don't want to commit time to something unless it really engaging. The material was fun to play but the music just didn't grab me. Oh well

 

[crazybass888]

You gotta follow your heart, man. Sounds like the right call for you to make...

 

[spectorbassguy]

Well, after reviewing the music further I decided to back out. It wasn't bad. It just wasn't compelling for me. I'm a husband and father with a full time job and just don't want to commit time to something unless it really engaging. The material was fun to play but the music just didn't grab me. Oh well

Being in a band is a big sacrifice, especially if you will have less family time. You're doing the right thing if it doesn't feel right to you. Good discernment, sir!

 

[Samingo]

Being in a band is a big sacrifice, especially if you will have less family time. You're doing the right thing if it doesn't feel right to you. Good discernment, sir!

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