Liebe zeit
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I'm in the process of attempting to set up a 60s soul/funk band (Stax, Motown, rare soul etc).
I've got a core - me, frontman, guitar - that I know well, but am advertising for bass, horns etc. I've had a good response and hope to get people in a room together in the next couple of weeks.
The one thing that concerns me is how to deal with people I don't think are up to it musically or attitude-wise. It's been my baby so far, but am aware that that only amounts to the initial idea, a few adverts and conversations. I'm aware that bands tend to get a life of their own but I want to ensure it stays something like the idea I have for it.
So, the question is, should I set myself up as 'bandleader', should I be prepared to say to people, "The idea I have for the band is this . . . I think we/you need to play like this, that or the other to fit the bill . . . etc etc."
I'm kind of answering my own question here, ie be honest and straight with people and argue my case well, praise where due and careful, diplomatic 'guidance' where necessary.
I'm just asking because I've only been in bands with people I know before. I also think I've got a great idea for a band and don't want to lose it/see it diluted.
I've got a core - me, frontman, guitar - that I know well, but am advertising for bass, horns etc. I've had a good response and hope to get people in a room together in the next couple of weeks.
The one thing that concerns me is how to deal with people I don't think are up to it musically or attitude-wise. It's been my baby so far, but am aware that that only amounts to the initial idea, a few adverts and conversations. I'm aware that bands tend to get a life of their own but I want to ensure it stays something like the idea I have for it.
So, the question is, should I set myself up as 'bandleader', should I be prepared to say to people, "The idea I have for the band is this . . . I think we/you need to play like this, that or the other to fit the bill . . . etc etc."
I'm kind of answering my own question here, ie be honest and straight with people and argue my case well, praise where due and careful, diplomatic 'guidance' where necessary.
I'm just asking because I've only been in bands with people I know before. I also think I've got a great idea for a band and don't want to lose it/see it diluted.