I touched up a harpsichord at intermission for a Messiah performance last night and endured the typical orchestra chatting and playing as I tuned. I've been known to give a glare that says, "Do you mind?". This was a local orchestra with college students mixed in. I'd be interested in how other techs deal with this. Also, anyone wear a coat and tie for tuning while the house is being seated or at intermission? John Minor University of Illinois
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