Lead the Band

Musician Wages a web-site that focuses on how to earn a living with your music, has a great post on leading a band. Very well layed out article for getting organized and setting the example. Here I will just give you the article sections and if you want to read the whole story head on over to

A Musician’s Guide to Middle Management, or Leading a Band

1. Have a Plan

2. Organize Your Material

3. Communication Breakdown

   1. Find out how each person prefers to be contacted
   2. Discuss each musician’s priorities and commitment to the band
   3. Get confirmations
   4. Use a shared calendar
   
   

4. Share some Responsibilities

5. Set the Example

6. Make the Tough Decisions