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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 4 - PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE! Be sure to
know the song you're learning almost to the point you have it
memorized. This way, you are not holding up everyone else by
trying to learn your parts at the last minute. Do your part
to be prepared. It makes it easier on everyone.
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.
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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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