Wrote my first Blues song this week

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Wrote my first Blues song this week

Posted by Moonhare on February 8, 2022 at 11:05 am

Yes, I know I’ve always said hell will freeze over before you hear me sing a song, but last weekend I wrote my first ever Blues and in a couple of days I’ve got it to a stage where I can definitely sing and play at the same time. That is a pretty epic small win for me so my “comfort zone” has been officially left in the gutter, where any good blues always begins. 🤟😎🎸

Moonhare replied 4 years, 1 month ago 8 Members · 14 Replies
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TMutter

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February 8, 2022 at 11:19 am
That is fantastic ! Singing and playing can seem like a brick wall. Choosing to run through it can feel like a daunting endeavor – I know it was for me. Now you are on the other side of the wall – keep it going! Congratulations!

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stevieblues

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February 8, 2022 at 2:10 pm

Awesome win Moonhare! Hope you post a video soon.
Bill_Brown

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February 8, 2022 at 3:45 pm

That’s a great picture that you posted @TMutter 🤔 Certainly capturing the essence of this moment for Darren👍 Hey @Moonhare , I agree with @stevieblues , I can’t wait to see and hear the video post of your “comfort zone” being left in the gutter😱😂😂 I’m sure my friend, that you’ll be showing us something very creative🤩
Duane58

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February 8, 2022 at 9:11 pm

Great win Moonhare, I can feel the challenge, I am a ways away from taking a stage, you are an inspiration, Keep it up!
Moonhare

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February 9, 2022 at 2:44 am

Thanks @TMutter . Great image you posted there. I have always found learning lyrics difficult but it helps if you’ve written them yourself as you have it all locked in a bit better then.
Moonhare

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February 9, 2022 at 2:51 am

Thanks @Bill_Brown @Duane58 @stevieblues . I intend to play this live at the Scones VOM next week (which was one of my pledges at the 90 day progress party) so it’s death or glory time I guess! I will record the live stream and if it is anything near a reasonable performance I’ll post it on Play For Us.
- Bill_Brown
  
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  February 9, 2022 at 5:43 am
  
  Best of luck @Moonhare with your performance at the Scones VOM – break a string!😱🤩😱
Cadgirl

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February 9, 2022 at 4:06 am

Good for you @Moonhare ! Congratulations are in order.
- Moonhare
  
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  February 9, 2022 at 12:39 pm
  
  Thanks. I had to run through the blues skill course first but at least I can play it in one key now!
the-old-coach

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February 10, 2022 at 12:45 pm

Wow- that is great stuff there– a BIG win!

I’m not there yet- but working on it….

A buddy of mine who has played in various local bands in our area for ~30 years recently said to me- “The hardest thing about the first time you play and sing in front of people ISN’T the actual playing & singing– (you’re ready for that!)– it’s the realization within you that you are willing to make a complete fool out of yourself…….. and……..you are OK with that……. Once you have accepted that- it’s easy from then on”.

As I said- I’m not there yet. Actually, a lo-o-o-ong ways off. So I admire what you are doing- (and I don’t think I’m alone🙂).

Thanks for starting this post- others are following in your footsteps.

Mark J
- Moonhare
  
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  February 13, 2022 at 12:06 am
  
  He is right there. The ridiculous thing for me is I’ve played thousands of gigs, from small pubs to Festivals and Arenas…. but I was playing keyboards 🎹. And now I’m more nervous about playing an acoustic guitar to a dozen friendly TAC family members from the comfort of my own studio! Go figure. 🤟😎🎸
Rando

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February 13, 2022 at 6:35 pm

Great Moonhare!!

Blues, along with Rock, are my faves. I look forward to hearing your new tune.
- Moonhare
  
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  February 15, 2022 at 12:28 am
  
  Don’t get your hopes up too high!
Rando

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February 13, 2022 at 6:37 pm

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