BIRTHDAYS

NEW FEATURES

 IN THIS ISSUE:

Stevie (gator) begins his training Sundays at Swizzles

[ Meet the entire stable ]

We frequently add new songs to our libraries [see latest additions here]

We've recently modified and updated our online library. It now includes:
l3 libraries at a glance *new
lLibrary #42 by Artist
lLibrary #42 by Title
lLibrary #9¾ by Artist
lLibrary #9¾ by Title
lLibrary #33.3 by Artist
lLibrary #9¾ by Title
lGuide to understanding our song codes
lFrench songs (not complete)
lChildren's songs (not complete) [see all libraries here] [updated April 2005]

And now: a printable Master PDF FILE of all songs in all of our libraries can be downloaded here

GREAT NEWS! You don't have to be takin' our songbooks home with you!!! You can download & print all of our songbooks exactly as you see them at our shows: by Artist, Title and Genre FREE!
[last printing Jan 2005]

You can also Print your own Request Slips
to bring with you to the shows. [pdf] [html]

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Find Your Favorite Library:
Library #42 in use at: LookOut, O'Brien's, Swizzles & Brig Pub
Library #9¾ in use at: Swizzles, VIP & Royal Britannia
Library #33.3 in use at: Brixton's British Pub & Brig Pub

Which mic is best for you?
We recently purchased some beautiful new microphones - Audix OM2's for each system. They are the "yellow mics". You can find out more about each system, library, & host at each of your favorite venues on our "equipment page".

Tips for our singers:
You've no doubt noticed each system has a red, blue & yellow mic as well as a host mic. Did you know that the BEST mics are provided for you, the singer? We use a general all purpose mic such as the Sampson R11 for our hosts.

The yellow mics in all systems are Audix OM2's. Perfect for tenors, altos and sopranos. They are an excellant live performance mic preferred by Alanis, Blink 182, Springsteen.

The red mics in all systems are Behringer XM8500's. They are best suited for low bass and baritone voices as they help to clarify muddiness. Conversely, if your voice is high, weak, or thin this mic may be prone to feedback for you. The XM8500's are the mic of choice for Alice Cooper.

The blue mics in systems 1 & 3 are Shure SM58's and in system 2 is an Audio Technica ATMHE41. A fantastic mic for power chicks.

We have reversed the polarity of the blue mics in all systems making them less prone to feedback when used close to another mic. So...when singing a duet, choose the blue mic and any other combination

Excerpts from "Let Yourself Sing" (If only it were that easy . . . hey, it is!)
by Mark Baxter

"The hardest part is getting started. The good news is you already have. Any causal singing you’ve ever done in the past counts, including in the shower. It’s dark inside your throat; your larynx doesn’t know whether you’re alone or singing for thousands. Your mind is what causes the problems, which is why I’m suggesting you lighten up a little. Distract your doubting side by asking simple questions. How many animals can you imitate? Both the moo of a cow and the howl of a wolf are excellent ways to loosen up tight vocal muscles. If that feels too silly, then pretend you just took a bite of something delicious. What sound would you make to convey your delight? Once you gotten your voice active, explore the boundaries. How high and low can you sing without changing any facial muscles? Is it easier move your voice around while humming or when producing an EE or an AH vowel sound? How long can you sustain a comfortable pitch? There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. Everyone’s voice is unique. These kinds of observations, though, are a better monitor of development than what other people say about your singing."

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