by Kathy Unruh
From time to time a guitar student will express a desire to be in a band
one day. If this is your ambition too, then read on. If you're a guitarist
or not is immaterial. If you're a singer or a musician of talent, the
question is, you will be in a band? In this section you will find some
helpful ideas on getting started in this direction.
One of the first things you need to do is to gain exposure for you. This
can be as easy as following three simple steps:
1. Who knows you want to start a band.
(Word of mouth is one of the best advertising strategies)
2. Make a flyer to put up around the city (in music stores, schools, on
billboards, etc.)
3. Place an ad in all local newspapers
Here's an example of something that you could say your advertising:
"The guitarist looking for people interested in starting a Christian rock
group. Looking for a singer, guitarist, bassist and drummer. The focus will
be on sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music. If you have a
desire to use your gifts of music in this way, please call (insert your
name and phone number) for an interview. "
You can make this announcement, as detailed and generic as you need. The
important thing is to have a clear idea of your mind that you want in your
group. Need a bassist, singer, drummer ...? What kind of qualifications or
experience that you expect? Is age a factor? Note that a list of questions
and keep near the phone. When you call someone, you're ready to have the
right to interview on site.
Try to make your questions require a yes or no answer, or a very short
response. In this way, it will be easier for you to take notes. If someone
looks like a good potential partner Band, getting their phone number and
tell them that you want back once you have your interviews.
Try not to wait too long (between 2-4 weeks), if possible. When you're
ready, review your notes and decide who you want to call. Set a time that
is convenient for those who have chosen to respond to the chosen location.
This is important if you want to establish yourself as the author of the
band, to maintain its influence on the direction.
Let me add a word of caution here. It is recommended to "play safe", it
invites you to your home until you get to know them a bit 'better. After
all, they are foreigners, but it's your call, of course.
You want to keep the first meeting in May with members of the new group of
very low key. Use the time to make introductions, share past experiences,
set goals, discuss ideas, etc. This will give you an opportunity to measure
whether you think each person will be able to work together and agree.
Avoid egocentric people like the plague, because it will only create
friction with other band members. To assess all fairly, but realistically.
It 'best to get rid of a rotten apple in one go, rather than allowing them
to ruin the excitement for the rest of the group.
After the meeting first band, you can point to the next by an informal jam
session. Right now, you can get an idea of whether the group gel or not.
But do not be too hasty in your decisions! I remember once "auditioned" for
a group and be aware that I could just relax and enjoy the experience. Was
a local group that was known a few years and often wanted to be a part.
Even though I had already gained considerable experience in building hand,
was different. And 'Someone else' thing. Nothing seems to go well!
After I returned home that evening, I was sure to remember. The surprise
was, they did! However, the second time was not much better, but have
decided to give me another chance and invited me to return once more. It 'a
good thing for me, for the third time was the charm. Our voices and music
blended so perfectly that I knew was, I share this story so you can give
your young band again just to take off. If nothing seems to trigger a spark
after having given a good amount of time, then you might want to reconsider
your options. It's something that you will be able to determine.
Well, that's all to do really. Once you have the elite members of your
party, you're ready to start making music! If you have some original songs,
be sure to share with others. See if someone else in the band wrote songs,
too. Be open, honest and willing to do almost everything. If you set your
priorities first, will help you stay focused for all the ups and downs as
in May. And always remember: "Nothing ventured, nothing gained."
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