Open Mic Guidelines

O P E N M I C G UI D E L I N E S

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:

Our mission at Coffee Works, is to provide an outlet for local (acoustic) performers to be heard. We encourage all levels of performers, whether novice or expert, to hone their performance skills and talents in front of an audience. This is a free event but we ask that you spend around $5 so we can keep it free and not have to charge an admission fee. We do have to pay the rent.

1. Performances begin at 7:30. Closing time is 9:30.

2. Sign-up time is 7:15. First come – first served. PLEASE WRITE CLEARLY. Come on time to assure a time-slot.

3. You get to play 2, maybe 3 songs depending on the size of the list. Less then 10 we usually go with 3 songs. 10 or more we go with 2 and if time permits allow performers another song.

4. We provide: 2-microphones, 2 instrument cables, mic stands, and the house sound system. Other than that… bring what you need. Please! No drum kits. Hand drums are acceptable.

5. When you are next – please be ready. Your instruments should already be out of their cases and tuned-up. Be ready to take the stage when you are called.

6. Tune-up BEFORE you go on stage. If you have difficulty tuning, don’t be embarrassed to ask someone for help. We’re all friends here and we want you to sound good. Don’t lose performance time playing the tune up song.

7. Perform material that you are comfortable with. We don’t expect perfection but its always best to be as prepared as you can be. Choose songs you are comfortable with.

8. BE CONSIDERATE OF THE OTHER PERFORMERS. Please be quiet and show respect for the performers on stage. APPLAUD FOR EVERYONE. It provides encouragement and you’ll see how good it makes you feel when you perform.

9. Please stay for the performers after yourself. We all like to have an audience and it’s all about supporting one another.

10. GOOD LUCK and Thanks for your support!!

We’ve been doing this for a long time and hope to continue long into the future. Here are some pictures from 2002. Recognise anyone?

2002