I Am A Stage Performer But Sometimes I Lose Rhythm Of The Music Play

[andrewjames2]

I am a stage performer but sometimes I lose rhythm of the music play. How can I get improved in this case? I need suggestions badly as I have upcoming events!

[john]

I moved your topic to the correct board.

[Rudi]

There no substitute for practice.

Keep going over the songs you have trouble with. Record if needs be to check your progress.

If time is tight, better get busy! Put all the hours in you can.

[Loonatic]

Practice with a drum beat.

[mwtzzz]

Identify why you are losing rhythm. Is it because your mind is on other things - for example if you have lost your place in the song? Make sure you internal the song (chords, improvisation) so that you don't get lost. Then concentrate on rhythm. To improve your rhythm,  you need to practice things that are somewhat more complex that you are used to. If you usually play a straight beat, then practice syncopation and swung-8th notes. If you are not familiar with more complex rhythms, then start learning salsa. Doing things that are more difficult will do wonders for your skills.

[Nick Thompson]

Play with a metronome, record with a click. Songs always have a natural ebb and flow to them especially when played live but I think it's always good to be able to pick a comfortable tempo for the song and play it to a metronome until you don't even notice that the time keeper is there.

It could be your drummer isn't the best time keeper but I am willing to bet that he is following you more than the other way around.

 

Practice, Practice, Practice and then more practice!

[glissongs]

If you're a solo player, you probably speed up as you progress. Knowing this, force yourself to start a new verse or chorus slower. It isn't hard to do this, you just have to remember to do it.

[RAKIDO]

I agree with Nick Thompson. Definitely metronome and practice, practice, practice.