The Focused Anchor

In 2 days, I'll be a Focused Anchor on stage playing bass in a rock band.

Today Listen intently to the mix

  • Schedule a 5-min check on the soundboard
  • Clean your in-ear monitors before soundcheck
  • Note what part of the mix you'll track

Halfway Find the core rhythm

  • Block 15 minutes to practice just the bassline
  • Set up your practice space with your bass
  • Record yourself playing the main groove

The day of Ground your stage presence

  • Schedule a 10-min walk around your stage space
  • Lay out your performance clothes tonight
  • Visualize your feet planted firmly