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Discussion in 'Band Management [BG]' started by Ben Jammin', Jul 17, 2003.

  1. Jul 17, 2003 #1
    Ben Jammin'

    Ben Jammin' Guest

    Jul 13, 2003
    Falmouth, Cornwall, UK
    My band consists of 4 beginner to intermediate members, but recently a friend of our vocalist has expressed an interest in joining us (as a second guitarist). The problem is, he is a more experienced player than any of us.

    Will taking on a new, more experienced member screw the band up or help us?
     
  2. Jul 17, 2003 #2
    thrash_jazz

    thrash_jazz Guest

    Jan 11, 2002
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
    Artist: JAF Basses, Circle K Strings
    Everything depends on his attitude.

    If he is cool about the fact that you guys aren't as experienced and he's willing to share what he knows, it's a totally good idea. The fastest way to improve is to play with people who are more experienced than you are.

    On the other hand, if he is a jerk who adopts a high-and-mighty attitude because of his ability, turf him - you'd be better off without him.
     
  3. Jul 17, 2003 #3
    Brendan

    Brendan

    Jun 18, 2000
    Portland, OR
    Bingo. That's really the only answer, all said and done...
     
  4. Jul 17, 2003 #4
    Ben Jammin'

    Ben Jammin' Guest

    Jul 13, 2003
    Falmouth, Cornwall, UK
    he seems a good enough guy, so I guess we give him a try
     
  5. Jul 17, 2003 #5
    Munjibunga

    Munjibunga Retired Member

    May 6, 2000
    San Diego (when not at Groom Lake)
    Independent Contractor to Bass San Diego
    Word.
     
  6. Jul 19, 2003 #6
    Tyler Hole

    Tyler Hole Guest

    Dec 14, 2002
    San Luis Obispo, California
    Yep, I play with 2 guitarists who have been playing for 5 years each and we are putting together a band and I know I've learned more and am able to think up songs easier than before after playing with them (ive only been playin bass since december of 2002)