Preparing for Center-Stage

I often get asked about how I prepare to give a big concert.  Luckily, I'm not one for serious stage fright, although I get nervous like anyone else.  The secret is controlling the nerves by converting any nervous energy into excited energy.  My old teacher used to say, "You're not nervous....you're just excited!"  To which a student responded, "Then I'm really excited, Mr. Singleton!"

Taking chances is the key to success.  A safe performance is a boring performance.  Push your limits; surprise yourself onstage with new interpretive ideas; engage your audience with your sound.   And don't be afraid to be excited!