If you had the talent, would you want to perform music in front of a big crowd?

A natural way to answer

I think I would, actually. The idea is terrifying, but performing for a big crowd must be exhilarating. I'd have to learn to hold my nerve, but I imagine the reward would be worth conquering the fear.

Key phrases to use

• get the better of me — when an emotion or weakness overpowers your self-control“Don't let nerves get the better of you.”
• bottle it — to lose your nerve and fail to do something at the last moment“He was going to propose but bottled it.”
• hold my nerve — to stay calm and brave under pressure“She held her nerve and nailed the solo.”