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If you're nervous - don't be. If you're worried - don't be. If you're sad - don't be.
If you're disappointed, frustrated - thats ok, just don't let it ruin this.
I know its not how you dreamed it would be. Its not how you imagined, not what you wanted, not the best.
Be proud. Be nostalgic. Be radiant. Be tough. Be grateful.
You're blessed with an amazing talent - a gift. Whether the rest of us miss a note or play out of tune, it won't change that what you do is incredible. If you can be proud of yourself, then thats all that matters.
I know I've told you this - I've made sure I've told you this. But I'll say it again. You honestly do not know how awesome what you do is. I know you know you can play extremely well, but what I don't think you get is that thats not all you do. When you play, you make people forget that they're even breathing, you draw everything out of them and fill them with your words. I know - I know, you don't say anything, but you say everything. I don't know, I guess I can't explain it to you because you've never listened to you play.
People will see. People will notice. People will say "My God, that was beautiful." They will. I know it.
But don't worry about that. Don't worry about the rest of the band. Don't worry about Mr. Duffy. Don't worry about the audience. Just worry about you. Make yourself proud, make yourself happy. And you and I both know that you have nothing to worry about. Do your best, and the rest will follow. If it doesn't, then at least you've done your best.