Band Thoughts 02 | Playing with Others
Added 2023-06-26 23:13:18 +0000 UTCNew here? Wondering where to start? Click here for my Patreon start page, or here for my recommended lesson plan.
Hi Everyone,
Before we talk about where to find people to play with, we have to talk about HOW to actually play with others. This video starts by examining the dynamic between two people using the "Leader" and "Follower" concept. Then we move into the idea of playing with a group - what to expect, how to fit in, and how the leader/follower dynamics get a little more complicated.
Do you prefer one role over the other? Are you better at following or leading? Have you had a jam session or rehearsal yet? Are you someone who has never played with anyone before? Feel free to share your experience and your own tips in the comments.
Band Thoughts Series:
Band Thoughts 01 | Starting a Band
Band Thoughts 02 | Playing with Others (current lesson)
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Comments
Oh awesome! You might like "Practice Thoughts" too
Scott Paul Johnson
2023-10-28 16:18:07 +0000 UTCI just joined for some music theory basics, but these videos are *exactly* the sort of thing I am extremely into but didn’t know I needed. Thank you!
Paul Carroll
2023-10-28 05:08:25 +0000 UTCI love this video, Scott! I've been working more on "following" instead of just listening to myself. Your definition of a "tight" band definitely resonates with me. The more I listen to the drummer, the more powerful it is when we all come together and hit. Thanks for the philosophical jibber-jabber!
Nick Duranleau
2023-08-14 16:21:37 +0000 UTC
