[maltieri]

We're new to Marsh Bend and have a neighbor who likes to sing. He heads out to his lanai at random hours (daylight luckily) and just starts belting out tunes. We wouldn't mind so much but unfortunately he's not on key very often and there's not even any background music (aka karaoke). Not trying to be mean but we'd like to enjoy our lanai without the 'serenade'. Appreciate others thoughts on how to manage this one !

[anothersteve]

You just might try talking to him? Maybe first introduce yourself to him as to being new in the "neighborhood". Don't let crap build up, that's the worst thing you can do.
Steve

[asianthree]

With as close as homes are in TV, quiet is not on the venue.

[davem4616]

you can always enclose your lanai

not a bad idea with all the heavy rain that we get here....makes the room usable regardless of the weather

doubtful that there is any tactful way to get him to understand that he really is an awful singer...most likely he needs hearing aids and has no idea that he's being too loud

maybe you could consider inviting them over for cocktails....after a few let him know that you can hear him singing...he may not even realize that he's that loud

good luck...not an easy one for sure

[anothersteve]

I must sing pretty good because I never hear anyone complain.
Steve

[maltieri]

Update - had a quick chat with my good neighbor. Didn't realize that the sound carried so far. TV is certainly not the quiet zone but awesome to know we're all considerate of each other!

[anothersteve]

Originally Posted by maltieri

Update - had a quick chat with my good neighbor. Didn't realize that the sound carried so far. TV is certainly not the quiet zone but awesome to know we're all considerate of each other!

Good to hear.
Steve

[Velvet]

Can you get him to sing where the aerobic drummers are drumming?

[tophcfa]

Ask him what he did with the money. If he asks what money, tell him the money his mother gave him for singing lessons.

[riley2011]

Turn on the radio. Maybe he’ll get the hint.

[bowlingal]

record him and play it back for him to hear how he sounds

[DecaturFargo]

Talk to him.

[davem4616]

Originally Posted by maltieri

Update - had a quick chat with my good neighbor. Didn't realize that the sound carried so far. TV is certainly not the quiet zone but awesome to know we're all considerate of each other!

Good on you! Glad to hear that it worked out fine ....many of us haven't lived this close to our neighbors previously

[xcaligirl]

Originally Posted by bowlingal

record him and play it back for him to hear how he sounds

That was my thought! Invite him over for drinks and then play it for him. lol. It was very nice to hear that he's understanding. We're all way too close for people who don't understand and want to be jerks. Life is just too short... enjoy!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by maltieri

Update - had a quick chat with my good neighbor. Didn't realize that the sound carried so far. TV is certainly not the quiet zone but awesome to know we're all considerate of each other!

He had no clue people even noticed his singing and he was unaware it wasn't pleasant to hear if they did. He has stopped. He is embarrassed and humiliated. He will be outwardly polite to you, but he won't ever feel comfortable and confident around you. His wife said to him..."There is nothing wrong with your singing, don't let it bother you". Sometimes just overlooking minor things is the best thing to do. Unless you don't mind someone telling you that your butt crack shows when you are weeding.