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Band
Tips 1 - Be a team player. Sometimes we can focus
on our own playing a little too much and we forget that a band
is made up of a unit that must all work together. Be sure to
play tastefully and leave space for the other band members to
do their thing.
Band
Tips 2 - How to get gigs: Be proactive in finding a gig.
Look in newspapers, search online databases, post on music store
bulletin boards, check with your local talent agency. Here are
some ideas:
- Classified
ads check your local newspaper, music papers, internet
classifieds, etc.
- Bulletin
boards music stores, record shops, drum shops,
talent agencies, usually have boards.
- Live
bands network! Go out, meet, and interact with
live bands. This is one of the best ways to learn about whos
looking for who.
- Talent
agencies get to know the people who work in talent
agencies. They can sometimes help you find a suitable band
or at the very least, pass the word along that you're looking
for players.
- Musicians
union The Musicians union is a great place
to find work. Great contacts can be made as well. Numerous
pro musicians get valuable contacts and work through the union.
- Music
studios Stay in touch with the musicians behind
the scenes at recording studios. They are recording all your
friends are usually on top of what's going on.
- Jam
sessions Jam sessions are a bit more popular in
larger towns, but when you can find them, they are valuable
music networking havens! You'll meet tons of musicians there.
Band
Tips 3 - Practice, Practice, Practice! - This tip can not
be overstated. Your band will only be as good ad what you put
into it. Take the time to rehearse. Schedule rehearsals weekly
so everyone will be prepared.
Band
Tips 4 - Don't forget about showmanship. You can have the
best group of musicians in the world, in the best band, but
if you collectively look like a bump on a log, the crowd may
not like you. Work on moving around, enjoying yourselves, and
getting the crowd involved.
Band
Tips 5 - You must have a mailing list. The best way to ensure
that people come out to see your band is to contact them ahead
of time via your mailing list and invite them out. Be sure to
ask them to bring a friend or two.
Band
Tips 6 - Be true to your word. Many musicians will book
a gig and then sub it out when another gig comes along that
pays better. While this is a common practice, it's not advisable.
Ultimately you want to give your band members a sense of commitment
and loyalty. If they have this, they will work harder to keep
you busy.
Band
Tips 7 - Original material. Ah yes, we all want to play
it. But don't forget your audience. They don't always want to
hear it! Be sure that they can relate to you first and foremost.
Create a healthy balance by giving them some covers. Then work
in your originals gradually. As they come to know and like your
songs, you'll have the opportunity to play even more of them.
Band
Tips 8- If you ever mess up than don't try to go back and
fix what you messed up on, just go off from where you messed
up and maybe no one will notice! -Xarumy
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