Band of One

Episode 25- Michael Swinarski Part 2

February 20, 2024 Riley Wilson Episode 25
Band of One
Episode 25- Michael Swinarski Part 2
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Can a solo musician perform solo, duo, trio and band gigs while holding down a full time job by day? Michael Swinarski does and he explains this and much more in part 2 of my two part interview with him here.

The Band of One podcast contains actionable advice, marketing and how to fine tune your solo, duo or trio musical group for maximum success and profits. Where to look for potential gigs and how to approach potential clients for best results. What to do and what to avoid in your solo or small group efforts. 
      I've been a working professional musician since 1972, a full time guitar, bass and voice teacher since 1986 and a voice talent since 1997.  I'll share my 50 years+ experience along with that of other performers who've done the same thing elsewhere.  My goal is to help you have greater musical and financial success. 

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My websites explain more here- www.guitarmadesimpler.com and here- www.wrileywilson.com.

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Intro
Multiple musical acts?
Mid life crisis? Become a musician!
Now- start gigging!
Country and Rock
Resort shows, too.
5 minus 4 minus 3 minus 2
Shriners in the spring
Solo shows to joining a band
Back Porch details
That's how it's done- in prison!
Death row gig
Next to the Boy Scout camp- only in NC
That Thing advice
Old musicians go 'till they can't
Ernest Tubb
"Till my fingers don't move any more!"
No plastic guitars!
1977 Alvarez
Roundback vs round front
The Tele pulpit
Acoustic and Electric guitars for dough
Guitar and banjo on NY Eve
It forces you to learn how to use the instrument
Turn down the volume knob trick
Use what you have
Tele= Les Paul?
Tele aficionados include
Boss stuff
The best part of playing solo is...
Country roads
And the hardest part?
Hold on to your hat!
Lederhosen and disco?
It's tremendous fun
Don't fear new beginnings
You can't put a price on health or sanity
Zero regrets
"I enjoy practicing"
Put the show on the iPad
The TV trick
Different styles
Ethnic= Country
"It's all music"
Be a fan first
Be a working musician
Florida is where it's at
Put yourself out there!
Outtro

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