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     7 years ago (edited) 

    This is all I’ve been talking about the whole time, but struggled to convey in text format. Digital applause. Not my own personal validation, which is how this all got misconstrued & misdirected.

    What I’m questioning, or rather, boldly bringing to the forefront of our consciousness, is
    what are the performance protocols are in this digital format?

    • Upvotes can be nice, but aren’t really a form of applause because art isn’t about money and upvotes can be bought and sold in Steemit.
    • comments could be considered applause because it’s a more genuine form of interaction like clapping is.
    • resteem I guess is a bit like enthusiastic, fervent applause.
    • honourable mentions I guess could be considered like a standing ovation.
    • top 5 I guess could be like a standing ovation with an encore.

    What do you guys think?


    The dynamic between performer and audience, including all its tiers, has been a protocol or etiquette for thousands of years in the performing arts, which would be arrogant for us to ignore or dismiss, so it is important for us to establish how that etiquette plays out in this Steemit Open Mic digital arena.

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     7 years ago (edited) 

    I think that makes perfect sense, brother! In light of such, might I suggest to all of my musical brothers and sisters, and to all those who love music and follow the Open-Mic or any other online musical venue:

    If you see and hear anything you like that makes you feel good in any way at all...

    Say Something!

    Say what comes to your heart and soul! Spell it out boldly and clearly!

    I for one am certain, and I'm sure that Nathan would agree, that the artists to which you direct such verbal sentiments will receive such with great appreciation - and perhaps with even MORE appreciation than actual real-life applause!

    #digitalapplause

    Yeah baby, I'm down with that 100%

    Better yet...

    In addition to your #digitalapplause, if an artist really touches you in a unique and special way:

    Send them a TIP directly!

    Doing so is no different than tossing a $5.00 or $10.00 dollar bill into a street performers guitar case whose public performance simply made your day! That little show of appreciation will certainly make their day in kind. It's a win-win situation! Be thankful and grateful for all that we have and all that we share.

    Never stop "having" and never stop "sharing!"

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