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<DIV>On Wed, 7 Jan 2004 23:10:27 -0600 "Darius of the Bells" <<A
href="mailto:masterdarius@earthlink.net">masterdarius@earthlink.net</A>>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>I think that some level of stage fright is
inherent the make up of a performers mind. We worry because we want our
audience to enjoy the performance we give. In the end we as entertainers are
interested in what people think of us and what we do. A famous actor (I am
trying to remember which one currently) said some thing to the effect of, 'the
only time we stop being afraid in front of an audience is when we stop
caring.' When I stop caring I will stop telling tales and singing songs, until
then I will be pacing and nervous waiting my turn with every one else.
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<DIV> I long ago decided that if I
was about to perform and felt no butterflies, that's when I should REALLY be
scared. That lack of butterflies tells me I've gotten cocky, and therefore I'm
probably about to give a performance that I won't be proud of later.</DIV>
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In Joyful Service,</DIV>
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Iain MacCrimmon</DIV>
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