I think practiing in small groups before performing is really productive. It allows us to warm up, even though we may end up playing something else with other people, it still prepares us, rather than getting up there cold. I think it gives the newer students a chance to get the hang of the routine and helps them to get comfortable with the others.
When I first started that was always the routine and I think it helped me tremendously to feel more secure and confident, mistakes and all.
Also, I was very excited to win the drawing last week and love the Kruger Bros. cd "Forever and a Day"....It's a great cd. Most of the songs are their own compositions, but they did include a Dylan tune "Don't Think Twice" which is one of my favorites, and "Snowbird" which was a hit by Anne Murray, another one of my favorites. So I think the Kruger Bros. and I have very similar musical tastes. Thanks Stacey !!!!!!