Do you get nervous before you go on stage? If so, how do you try to tackle this?
Gavin Says:
There have been times in my life where I have been nervous - but it's usually on the first couple of shows of a new tour (or clinic show). After I get past the first couple I'm fine with it. I tell myself this : In my life I've spent more time behind the drums than anything else (other than sleeping) - it's the most natural thing I can do - it's my natural environment. I just need to relax, think about the music and everything will flow.
It's a real quandary - because you get nervous in the anticipation of making mistakes - and going on stage feeling like that - will probably guarantee that you do. You've got to relax and concentrate on the music. DON'T think that a few beers (or whatever) before the show will help - it won't - it will just mess with your perception and fool you into thinking it sounds ok.