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Playing in a band

General​

  • When sight reading music, don't stop! You don't want everyone else to be just waiting for you, no? Try and adjust to the situation!
  • It is everyone's responsibility to keep time! While trying to sync up with the drummer.

Roles​

  • Melody

    • As the melody section of the band, it is your responsibility to interpret the melody of the song!
    • Fundamental role: Play the melody without mistakes!
    • Role + 1: Practice your tones!
    • Role + 2: Phrase your melody!

  • Rhythm

    • You will be setting up the current chord of the song.
    • Fundamental role: Provide the chord tones in rhythm!
    • Role + 1: Spice up the chordal rhythm!

  • Bass

    • You will be providing the bass line of the song and working with the drummer to set up the groove!
    • Fundamental role: Provide a bass on rhythm!
    • Role + 1: Basslines!

  • Percussion

    • You are the backbone and glue of the band, the other players in the band will be playing their rhythm off of you!
    • Fundamental: Get the rhythm on point!
    • L1: Set up a groove!