Welcome!
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So glad you're going to be a part of this show. I can't wait to talk about your journey as an artist.
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This page has a few helpful instructions to prepare for our show together.
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The First Thing to Understand:
I'm a staunch believer in being prepared. I have a feeling you are, too.
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That's why we'll have a "rehearsal" meeting to ensure:
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Everything is working from a technical stand point. (The instructions below will help.)
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We have a structure for the show that covers what we both want to discuss.
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About the structure:
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Prior to our rehearsal meeting, I will send you a Google doc with my draft of the show's structure.
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It will include questions that are designed to spark an interesting discussion.
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I encourage you to add to this doc and include any topics you'd like to cover.
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While I am a fan of your work and familiar with some if not a lot of it, I certainly don't don't know everything about you! Use the doc to add anything you think might be interesting.
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Like jazz musicians, we may be well-rehearsed...but the fun is in improvisation.
The structure is NOT rigid. It is a guide to keep the show flowing. So don't be afraid to stretch yourself when you express yourself. That's what makes shows like this captivating.
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In the end, the rehearsal is a chance for you to become familiar with the platform and for us to become familiar with each other.
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The Platform:
The Show will be broadcast live to Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube on my accounts, but I encourage you to promote your episode to your fans, friends, and followers, too!
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Live attendees have the opportunity to comment and ask questions in real-time.
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We will be using the Streamyard Video platform for our show. It is cloud-based (no software required) and is very easy to use.
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Below are a list of easy-to-follow instructions on accessing and using the Streamyard platform.
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What you will need:
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A laptop or desktop with a webcam and mic.
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An external cam and mic are preferable but not required.​
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Mac or PC are fine
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A recent version of Chrome or Firefox.
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It's always a good idea to keep your browser updated, anyway.​
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A strong internet connection.
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As with Skype, Zoom or MS Teams, you must have a strong internet connection for Streamyard to be its most effective.
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If possible, connect to your router with an ethernet cable instead of using WiFi.
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I will be "hard wired" for our episode, because I have the means and feel it is much more reliable and effective to avoid wi-fi in this kind of broadcast.
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That said, if your WiFi is strong, use it.
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We recommend wearing earbuds or headphones to prevent audio echoes.
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Echoes occur when the audio from your computer speakers is picked up by your mic. ​
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Headphones eliminate this problem.
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To Join the Show's Broadcast:
When the time comes, follow these steps to enter the broadcast studio:
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I will provide you with a link before the show. ​​​​
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Click the link and you’ll be taken to the broadcast studio.
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Allow StreamYard to access your camera and mic.
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This will likely be done in your system's preferences.​
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I will help you set this up during the rehearsal.
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Make sure you have the correct camera and mic selected.
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This process is a lot like that of any other live video streamer.​
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The image below offers a glimpse into how you will set up for the Streamyard platform.
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Enter a "display name:.
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Use your actual name as this exact phrasing will appear in the show's graphics that identify you.
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Enter the studio.
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I will be able to see and hear you and you will be able to see and hear him.
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If there are any tech difficulties, we will solve them BEFORE the show begins. ​​
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When all is well, it's Showtime!​
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Have fun.​
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That's why we do what we do.
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-Fred
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