| Re: Playing Outdoors
I would buy a spiral bound hymnal and play the melody line. When you play it through the first time people will recognize the tune and the second time through they may sing along. Not many people know the second verse from memory so it wouldn't have to be played. A few variations ad lib on the third verse if you play it.
Make sure you have space between you and the audience. You don't want your teeth knocked out by a drunk taking offense. I would use a cornet for street work. Maybe even a pocket trumpet. Add a trombone or a bass later when your reputation grows. A flugal on the alto part would make a nice sound.
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