NHL Day 2

Yesterday NHL presented many short workshops on various subjects. I had the opportunity to listen to Ricky Cool and Mick Kinsella and they both delivered very informative workshops. Thanks to all that attended my question and answer workshop and apologizes to those that couldn't get in. The concert was a lot of fun. Thanks to Alan Glen and the Barcodes for backing me and Rachelle Plas for hosting the final blowout. Other performers of the night were Brendan Power, Mick Kinsella, Jon Vaughan, Oliviar Ker Ourio and Frank Semus. I'm on the road for a bit and will check in when I can...

Your tip of the day...

Work towards the strength of the band you're sitting in with. Before you go up assess how well they play their shuffles, swings, slow blues, rock beats, etc. Also watch how they signal each other on the bandstand and how long solos tend to last... all of this will make you a more affective bandleader when it comes for you to decide which songs will be best.