Sunday we held the Delta Strummers 'Ukulele revival' concert at the Event Center in the somewhat affluent community of Rossmoor, CA. I'm having some issues with the (limited) video I've received, so we'll have to wait for the DVD promised by the facility.
Although we'd held a 'technical rehearsal' a couple of weeks earlier, there were major audio issues on the day. Several 'featured' solo instruments couldn't be heard, some vocal soloists couldn't be heard and, on our end of the stage, we couldn't hear the monitors. The rear "shells" that help project the unmic'd band vocals were missing, so the ukes drowned out our singing.
Despite the difficulties, the band delivered a credible performance, with a lot of good feedback. We learned a lot, both vocally and instrumentally, which we'll apply to future concerts. Last evening's practice turned into a major learning experience orchestrated by our Music Director.
On a personal note, I was suffering from allergy issues and congestion, and had to 'fake' part of my vocal solo because I couldn't hit all the notes. But the feedback from a 'planted' critic was "that's the best he's ever sung". So, go figure.