My laptop is primarily a virtual instrument rather than a music database, so it sits sort of off to the side when I play.

I can remember the music to just about anything after I've played it a few times. Lyrics seem to take me somewhat longer. For the occasions when I sing something that I might stumble on, I have tons of lyric text files, and I simply use them when the need arises and read the lyrics off of the T2's screen. I usually don't have to look at it very much, so I can keep eye contact with my audience most of the time.

Even when I've played in band setups, whenever space permits, I like being out in front ( or as close as possible ) with the lead singer and guitars. I like to be able to see as much of the audience as I can. So many of the more popular bands I've seen have the keys and player off to the side, where the field of view makes it difficult to see some of the audience. Never liked that for myself.


AJ


[This message has been edited by Bluezplayer (edited 07-29-2007).]