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Set list suggestions

14 May 06 - 12:29 PM (#1740549)
Subject: Set list suggestions
From: saulgoldie

After too long a layoff, I plan to get back into volunteer playing for retirement and assisted living facilities. I have a lot of songs that *I* want to play, but I know that they are not necessarily songs that are best suited for this audience. Could I slip in a few of my faves without seeming too self-centered as an entertainer? I'm thinking, "Field Behind the Plow" and "Let the Band Play Dixie" would be less appreciated than, say, "You Are My Sunshine." Anyone have any other suggestions? Keep in mind, too, that I am not much of an instrumentalist. Thanks for any insights.

Saul


14 May 06 - 12:30 PM (#1740550)
Subject: RE: Set list suggestions
From: Clinton Hammond

Play what you want.... someone will dig it

:-)


14 May 06 - 04:35 PM (#1740719)
Subject: RE: Set list suggestions
From: Geoff the Duck

Try throwing one or two in - see what audience reaction you get. If you like a song, someone else might. If a song doesn't work, you can always drop it again.
Quack!
GtD


14 May 06 - 05:37 PM (#1740760)
Subject: RE: Set list suggestions
From: GUEST

Try some songs from their era--when they would have been 15-25.