Musician Tips 1 - Every musician should consider putting together a musician's survival kit of some sort. This kit should include things like extra audio equipment accessories, tools like pliars, wire cutters, tuning keys, etc., first aid (band aids, etc.), and miscellaneous items necessary for musical emergencies.

Musician Tips 2 - Get in the habit of keeping two of everything on hand at your studio or rehearsal studio. It helps to have a couple of keyboards, two guitars, two drums, etc. Keep all good and heavy equipment at the rehearsal site, while having a smaller, lighter instrument offsite for additional rehearsal time inbetween band or group rehearsals. This saves on time for setting up as well as wear and tear on the good equipment.

Musician Tips 3 - Be on time to band rehearsals and gigs! If you're late, it can cause a stressful situation. Remember, you play an important role in your band. They are counting on you to be responsible enough to show up on time and do your job. After all; that's why they're paying you. Be on

Musician Tips 5 - Leaders, be open to suggestions from fellow band members. It never hurts to try something new. Some musicians are very schooled and/or very experienced... or maybe simply very creative. Listen to their input and consider their musical ideas. That's why you hired them. They're not just robots that want to be told what to do.

Musician Tips 6 - Have weekly or monthy meetings with your band. Lay everything out on the table such as the rules and the expectations for your band. If you have this understanding from the beginning, it should eliminate much confusion down the road.

Musician Tips 7 - If there is money involved (which most of the time there is), be sure everyone is clear on what their slice of the pie will be. Draw up contracts if you have to. Take the necessary measure to make sure everyone understands the money. Many great bands have broken up over money issues.

Musician Tips 8 - To promote your band, make a professional looking business card, flyer, and website. The more professional you look, the more your chances of being hired. A strong presence can boost your group's reputation.

Musician Tips 9 - 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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