When ever my band does a sound check it seems to me that we are doing it for the first time everytime. We've been at it nearly thirty years. Should the dynamic balance between voice and instruments be equal or more voice than instrument, or the otherway about? Should the nstruments be louder based on the theory that you can always play them softer there by having the volume to move into if you need more power in the guitar. How loud is too loud in the room? Should the people in the front be able to easily chat while we play or should we take the attitude, "We are here to play for you, shut up and pay attention." Lately the Mari-Celtic Rockers that have been coming into central New York seem to use a balance that is Men Yelling with Drums. This volume issue also seems to do away with much of the melody, Ever hear "I'se the By" sung in a 2 note range drums and bass only? Then you know what I mean.

Don