Originally posted by Dnj:
cassp.....making eye CONNECTION is imperative to a successful performance...its that battery between musician & audience that creates the magic of music! Look right into their eyes and make them "FEEL YOUR SOUL" !!! 
Direct eye contact is a western thing. In other countries, Asian, for instance, it's regarded as being rude and aggressive so one should be well aware of the cultural differences.
Taike
[This message has been edited by Taike (edited 08-09-2007).]