Open Mic @ The Roxy. Jan 3, 2023.

Another first Tuesday of the month, another open mic at the Roxy. I was lucky to draw a good number this time and go early. Had a dear friend join, who took video of both songs. I am grateful for the videos and his company.

“Thunderstorms” - not on any album, and the first complete song I ever wrote.

I thought I had done terribly, tbh. I get so insanely nervous at the Roxy and I’m in my head about it now. I’m not really sure why - something to do with the amount of talent in the room, the elevated stage, and the lights. It’s hard to know whether anyone is listening, so while I’m playing I’m also distracted about the performance I’m giving and reading into every sound I hear. I know, it’ll get better with practice which is why I keep going.

“Cedar Point” - another original not on any recording.

Thanks to the videos, I could see I didn’t do nearly as badly as I thought. Still nowhere near what I know I’m capable of, or how it sounds when I practice at home by myself. But all part of the process.