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Posted at January 27, 2016, 7:45 am: I've wanted to start a band for years now. However, now that I'm almost at the stage where such an undertaking would be possible, I'm unsure of where to start/how to begin Because I'm 20 a lot of my friends who I know to play quite well and who are quite focused on their music are at uni, all around the state. This means that I will probably have to find other people. To find the 'other people' I'm going to have to somehow spread word around that I want people to come along to some central place, screen applicants (I only want good, focused players, etc.), and then go from there. I'm really unsure of how to accomplish this, apart from living in one area for ages and getting to know the people there (hey, if you're from around Vic in Aussie feel free to comment below - as that's where I live). THEN, once I've found people who are willing to commit and who can possibly get to every practice (as if that isn't hard enough)... then I have to get a repertoire going. I'm thinking that I should start writing lyrics to songs at the early stage I'm at now (which is what I've been doing for the past few weeks) so that I have some ideas in the future for when/if this band does eventuate. Also, each practice would probably be a kind of semi-structured jam session until each member found their place. I have some great ideas for 'jam songs' and improvisation routines. I also have different rhythms in my head which I can't wait to get out there. However, the mountainous tasks which I presented above seem a little daunting to say the least. The band I'm envisioning is a mix of Daly Wilson Big Band and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, with some heavy Dave Matthews and Paul Simon influences. While a lot of that wouldn't be apparent from the start, I would have to build up the player base I guess. So, I guess this is my question - what do you think I should do different and how would you go about it? I would need a heck of a lot of players for a big band ensemble. Most people I know who I would like are at uni (or working) and have little time to travel 60 or more Ks to get to a rehearsal (I live in the country and for me the most central local city Geelong is 60 ks away... the major unis are just as far if not further from Geelong). I'm thinking of maybe putting an ad in the paper... but would that really generate interest from the kind of people I want? Would craigslist? As you can no doubt tell I'm full of uncertainties here. Any hints or ideas would be greatly appreciated! Original of the message was taken from http://www.sputnikmusic.com/forums/ Replies:Look around for websites that have allow musicians to search for bands...Thanks for writing so much! Yes, I never thought the going would... Glad I could help, I hope things work out for ya! Lemme know when you ... Sure! Thanks again. It can be pretty challenging starting a band,. oh jeeez,. ahah yeah I went there because some dude in a game had it as his name,... Yeah, somehow, in all that, you forgot the good musicians. well, I didn't forget them. they re gggggrrrrreeeeaaaaaatttt ^ That one took me a second @some_jive_turker - yes, I'm fully aware that there will be timewaster... I dunno man, by the time you actually find it, it might cause such a s... Haha meatspin is a nasty little shock I feel ya! Starting a jazz/funk/fusion band these day is quite diffic... Other Topics of Sputnik Music:my new drum kit12 string guitars Korg Ampworks bass for sale, $30 USD Help in getting admission with bass Emecksers you DON'T respect. first song attempt Should Final Fantasy 7 be remade for the PS3. Sounds of the vote Between the Buried and Me help with synth!!! Boss MD-2 or... Bass ordering on Saturday **Confused** If there was a cage match between... What do you think... need heads (which i know nothing about...) (Untitled) Carvin DVD has arrived. ATTN: Mother Wireless System - _homemade_ Remo O Rings Do You Recommend The Gilette Or The Wilkinson Sword? Post Count = Respect Or Spam? The Extreme-right and idiotic Muslim youth are driving me mad...! Thanks MX! Screwed most best/fun guitar riffs.... Smokin' hot!! i need friggin help here Damn the MP2! Home alone Count Me Out guitar w/ decent tremelo Fgtr: Please Help |