I love music and over the past few years have taught myself to be pretty good as a ukulele player. I'd love to get involved with a band--old-time jazz, dixieland stuff--and really learn how to make music with others. But all I know is how to play by myself. I don't know how bands work in the slightest, nor how to find others who are better than me but willing to let me "play along." How do I get started getting started? Thanks!
posted by largecorp on Dec 26, 2009 - 7 answers

Okay what is the name of the kind of swing music where the band does call and response with the singer? Not the backup singers. The horn section. [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Dec 14, 2009 - 10 answers

I want to start an Irish band called the Peter O'Tooles. Might this be a problem? [more inside]
posted by Astro Zombie on Nov 4, 2009 - 23 answers

What are some good songs about being on tour? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue on Nov 4, 2009 - 93 answers

Do American musicians need a special work permit to play two shows in Canada? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue on Sep 8, 2009 - 19 answers

My band is going on a national rock tour: what should I know? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue on Aug 12, 2009 - 24 answers

I'm looking for a keyboard amplifier for use in a rock band. Is the roland kc-150 (65W) going to be loud enough or should I spring for the KC-350 (120W)? Or should I look for a bass amp?
posted by Tlogmer on Aug 3, 2009 - 9 answers

I am a music ignoramus. But, I know I really like a man and a woman (a guy and a girl) singing together. Call and response, harmony, part of the lyrics or not, I think it's really amazing when a masculine voice and feminine voice are working together. [more inside]
posted by zeek321 on Jun 6, 2009 - 79 answers

How do bands in cities practice? I've got the band, I need the space. [more inside]
posted by tmcw on May 20, 2009 - 22 answers

Who did the big band version of Black Dog and where can I find it? [more inside]
posted by crazylegs on Apr 13, 2009 - 1 answer

Best Wordpress music solutions for artists? [more inside]
posted by arcanecrowbar on Apr 7, 2009 - 3 answers

I sing. I don't read music. I don't know musicians who play my kind of music. But I want to be in a band. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco on Mar 19, 2009 - 16 answers

I'm not sure if it was ever linked on Metafilter, but I remember running across a web site where bands could set up online streaming and downloading of their music, with multiple audio formats and multiple pricing options. There were also various visualizers built into the music players. Hive mind, who can help me track down the URL I've lost? It was a relatively recent find in my travels on the internets—possibly late 2008.
posted by emelenjr on Feb 19, 2009 - 3 answers

How can my ex-girlfriend and I live together while avoiding jealousy and drama? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 11, 2009 - 26 answers

Where I can buy music by and information about the band Paper Lantern? [more inside]
posted by msbrauer on Oct 29, 2008 - 2 answers

Help me think of classic electronic tracks for my (as-yet-hypothetical) classic electronica cover band. [more inside]
posted by greenie2600 on Sep 29, 2008 - 26 answers

What should I call it when a band is finishing a song and the guitarist hits the last chord while jumping in the air and jack knifing his/her legs back? [more inside]
posted by planetkyoto on Sep 28, 2008 - 17 answers

What is the best user friendly website or web app for bands or musicians which enables you to manage the design, look, music, pictures, and news on a daily basis without having the knowledge to make a web page or having no knowledge of web design? [more inside]
posted by sublivious on Sep 9, 2008 - 9 answers

What equipment do my teenagers need to start a garage band and record/edit using a macbook pro? [more inside]
posted by headnsouth on Sep 9, 2008 - 5 answers

Can anyone fill me in on Coldstream Civic Week? [more inside]
posted by DickStock on Aug 30, 2008 - 1 answer

My buddy and I are trying to figure out what we need so we can have amplification and recording capabilities when we jam in the basement. I've played acoustic guitar and drums for years but am an absolute n00b when it comes to next steps. Meaning, I don't know the difference between a PA or an amp (is a PA an amp?). [more inside]
posted by pencroft on Aug 27, 2008 - 4 answers

Hello me and my father are planning on starting a band anyone know any good free programmes for a band logo or something like that?
posted by the schizophrenic mouse on Jul 19, 2008 - 7 answers

How do you setup an audio mixer when mixing from FOH (front of house)? [more inside]
posted by chitlin on Jul 9, 2008 - 7 answers

A question about how bands get noticed. [more inside]
posted by LSK on Jun 22, 2008 - 18 answers

Where do gainfully employed, moderately settled, experienced mid-30s musicians connect to play together casually and on occasion rawk out? [more inside]
posted by El Curioso on Jun 19, 2008 - 4 answers

What bands to see in Montreal from the 19th - 24th? [more inside]
posted by rbs on Jun 18, 2008 - 11 answers

So I told my friend I'd be his band's light/sound guy, and I need some help figuring out the practicalities of it all... [more inside]
posted by unexpected on Jun 16, 2008 - 11 answers

MusicianFilter: I need a sturdy, but portable music stand to take to my band concerts this summer. [more inside]
posted by LolaGeek on Jun 13, 2008 - 7 answers

Seeking the definitive recording of Gustav Holst's The Planets. [more inside]
posted by bach on May 15, 2008 - 9 answers

LOS ANGELES LOCAL BANDS, recommend me. [more inside]
posted by klangklangston on Apr 24, 2008 - 21 answers

Can you name this band? note: very sparse details inside. [more inside]
posted by Planet F on Mar 28, 2008 - 44 answers

What are some generic things that a band might say to the audience at a concert? [more inside]
posted by msittig on Mar 21, 2008 - 33 answers

I run a website for a band. I'm looking for a 3rd-party calendar solution so they can easily display their upcoming concerts on their website. [more inside]
posted by wordsmith on Mar 21, 2008 - 9 answers

What piece of music equipment should I get for my brother's birthday? Are there really only certain types of interfaces compatible with Pro Tools? [more inside]
posted by aielen on Mar 17, 2008 - 4 answers

We have a lot of local talented artists locally, with a pretty happening music scene. Lots of these are college students with not much money, but loads of talent. Help me help them. [more inside]
posted by mhp on Feb 8, 2008 - 4 answers

How can I find the right bass player for my band in the Philadelphia area? [more inside]
posted by ludwig_van on Dec 30, 2007 - 20 answers

Does anyone know of an affordable but quality studio where I can record vocal tracks? [more inside]
posted by thedaniel on Dec 6, 2007 - 2 answers

Please help me find my piano muse! [more inside]
posted by chara on Nov 17, 2007 - 10 answers

A Mexican TV station wants legal approval to film a gig of my band. Please give me some advice! [more inside]
posted by IZ on Oct 11, 2007 - 12 answers

I want to buy a small, Mac-compatible digital camcorder. My budget is under $1000. I will be using the camera to shoot videos that I will project when I play gigs with my band. I will probably also use it to film other people's gigs. [more inside]
posted by pollystark on Sep 21, 2007 - 2 answers

I need help writing a bio for an indie band. [more inside]
posted by xo on Sep 14, 2007 - 17 answers

Our band is doing a private showcase for a label and management. What do we do? [more inside]
posted by KevinSkomsvold on Sep 7, 2007 - 8 answers

I received a mix-tape a while ago with a really great band on it that I can't find. I'm pretty sure they're called "Album," and I think the song was called "hormigas." The song was quite bleak and beautiful and I think it was sung in Spanish. It sounded a little post-rockish. [more inside]
posted by Baby_Balrog on Aug 15, 2007 - 8 answers

Tips on taking good band photos? Best band photos ever? [more inside]
posted by 2or3whiskeysodas on Jul 20, 2007 - 25 answers

This youtube video credits a band named "BreakWater" with the song used in the video. [more inside]
posted by blaneyphoto on Apr 20, 2007 - 2 answers

One my main professors here at school used to belong to a rock band before he changed careers and no one here at school can figure out what band he was in. Anyone know how I might find out? [more inside]
posted by chrisWhite on Apr 4, 2007 - 17 answers

MeFi musicians help me! I am in charge of the guitar club at my school, and we need to stage a concert in a few weeks. [more inside]
posted by donkeymon on Mar 24, 2007 - 11 answers

Where does one find bands to hire for events? I'm talking about any type of band here, mariachi, swing, cover, etc. I'm looking to hire bands for my school's upcoming school year but since I'm not local to the area I'm having trouble. The school is in Trenton, NJ.
posted by daviss on Jun 28, 2006 - 6 answers

Help me hire a great wedding band in the NYC area. [more inside]
posted by josh on Jun 27, 2006 - 4 answers

How can I find musicians to collaborate with? [more inside]
posted by thedaniel on Jun 14, 2006 - 8 answers