The five-fifths of being in a band

Band going onstage

Think playing in a band is just about playing music? That’s the fun part—but it’s only about one-fifth of the work. The rest lives in the shadows: tone, taste, professionalism, connection, and presence. It’s everything that separates a group of players from an actual band. 1. Technical Tone Is Your Identity Most players stop learning … Read more

Dynamics vs Volume

Loudness is easy. Dynamics take discipline. We push bands to rehearse with intention and perform with balance because great music isn’t just about being heard. It’s about being heard clearly.