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Music reminds me of what I wanted to be 

100 GIGS

After many years working in the film and television business, a few years ago I decided to get back to performing music. I was just a little rusty. So in March, 2014, a friend (thanks, Todd!) challenged me to perform 100 gigs by the end of the year. I accepted the challenge. My goal was simple – to learn as much as I could from every gig.

 

I started with a long list of questions. For example, did I enjoy performing by myself or with others? On what instruments did I enjoy playing my songs – piano or guitar? Which songs did I enjoy sharing and why? What performing situations meant the most to me – busking on a neighborhood street or performing in a venue? And of course, should I wear a hat or not? Yes!

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Gig by gig, I learned how to become a better performer. As I shared my music with an amazingly supportive worldwide musical community, I learned something else. Making music is always better shared! Here are some pictures of my journey of 100 gigs! It was so much fun, I think I'll do it again soon!

Gig #5

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Gig #15

Monday, March 17, 2014

Lots of early support from Baja friends during the Monday Night Jam at the lovely Las Cabanas de Loreto.

Thursday, April 17, 2014

It was a windy night at the Encino Soapbox Sessions open mic. So cold I had to borrow someone's jacket. Along the way, I learned that when you're at a gig - you stand and deliver no matter what!

Gig #17

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Singing at Guitar Merchant's open mic trying out a new tune,   "Find Me." Go to my Music page to hear this one.

Gig #52

Wednesday, August 6, 2014

By the time I got to Gig #52, I was occasionally joining forces with stellar musicians, Eric Estes, John Cartwright, and Doug Knoll.

Gig #61

Monday, September 14, 2014

Trying out my new tune, "Can't Be A Good Thing," at Kulak's Woodshed with the house band.

Gig #77

Monday, November 10, 2014

Sharing one of my old originals, "Just For The Record." Thanks to Dennis Miller for the photo!d.

Gig #90

Sunday, December 7, 2014

What's better than sharing holiday carols with others! For gig #90, I joined my friend, singer-songwriter Jill Freeman, to sing our favorite holiday songs to seniors.

Gig #100

Saturday, December 27, 2014

For gig #100, I produced "Harmony" featuring guests who sing and love harmony as much as I do. Pictured below with me are guests Art Podell and Judy Montgomery.

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