This post gives me an excellent perspective different than my own. I always prefer to be at the back, even on the floor against the back wall or standing on the outskirts, especially during the singing time (I feel more free to move and dance and whatnot).

I think also because I’m so tall, and I don’t have a problem paying attention or seeing from greater distances I don’t mind sitting in the back. I don’t like being the 6’4″ guy in the way either When I raise my hands I’m 8’6″!

The sweetest spot for sound is about half way up the middle isle, and few chairs in. Sometime during rehearsal you should go there and hear the difference, it’s quite amazing.

It was the same way for me when I was at Bethel. My regular chapel chair was in the balcony 2nd to last row. The last row was two close to the back wall.

I’m sure there’s deep psychological reasons for all this, but I’m going to focus on your great, practical advice.

Thanks Jamsco!