The pub owner had quite enjoyed the first performance of Kenny and the Kats and thus invited them to perform regularly.
At the beginning, their jazz was mostly heard as background noise by visitors of the establishment. But soon, they noticed certain listeners reappearing and seeming to do so more for the music than the drinks.
Of course, Ken's family would come to see him and his band perform some nights, too. Seeing the proud sparkle in his parents' eyes gave him an extra boost in confidence, especially from his mother who had taught him the art that he was making his career.
Kenneth knew exactly what he wanted to do with his life and he wasted no time getting there. While his mother had used her younger days playing the piano in the background of gatherings and bars, he wanted to do more than that. His life was meant for the stage, too, but he dreamt bigger, of playing his instrument as part of a group.
So, Ken wrote up a an advertisement piece which he posted all around town, his family's phone number attached for anyone interested to call. He was in the middle of posting his ads in the local library, when a young girl around his age suddenly popped around the corner. She introduced herself as Tatiana, or Tia, and was keen to join the band.
Of course, Kenneth was excited to already have somebody interested, and as soon as Tia gave him a preview of her singing prowess, he had strong faith that his dream was really coming true.
It was not long until they had formed a proper little jazz band of four. With Ken at the piano and Tia at the microphone, there now were also drummer Leon and trumpeter Quinn. Luckily, the four of them got along splendidly, which could only be a sign for great success.
The group had already found a quite fancy local pub that was regularly hosting all kinds of performers. They secured themselves a spot for a gig, with the promise that, if it was to be successful, they might even become a regular act.
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Kenneth: *whistles*
???: "A band, eh? Sounds like right crack! Need a vocalist?"
Kenneth: "Oh, there's actually nobody but me, so far. You interested?"
???: "Sure am! As long as you're serious about this, too."
Kenneth: "Well, of course! There's nothing I'm more serious about."
???: "Great! I'm Tatiana, by the way, but you can call me Tia."
Kenneth: "Kenneth, or just Ken. Nice to meet you, Tia!"
