Your teenager has a lot of energy, and it should be harnessed in a healthy way. Encouraging a musical hobby might include piano lessons or a recorder concert at their school. However, you can go further by helping your kid start a band. Talented teens have the time, initiative and energy to possibly take their hobby to the next level.
Locate Band Members
Start any successful band by finding its members first. Your teenager may have a few friends in mind, but also encourage branching out. A note posted at the school about talented musicians might be a better idea than just filling the group with best friends. Your teenager needs talented individuals surrounding him or her along with some challenges. Striving toward a goal takes motivation and talent. Musicians who challenge each other can only create unique songs that really speak to the masses.
Offer Music Lessons
Although your teenager may have some talent on their given instrument, enhance their knowledge with classes. Hire a music teacher with a stellar reputation. Focus on one instrument for each band member. Once those instruments are refined, the teens may want to branch out to other selections. By incorporating more instruments into their knowledge base, the teens can create music at a deeper level than before.
Consider the Future
The ultimate goal should be a record deal. Increase your chances for a lucrative record deal by getting the band out to various venues. There are many different ways to learn how to get a record deal, even as a teenager. The music should be heard and seen by locals. Generating a buzz about the band is one way to draw in curious, industry people. These gigs can be paid or unpaid. Your teenager should concentrate on the music's quality and the performance value. A mixture of charisma and musical talent is often the way to a successful career.
Carve Out a Practice Area
Between those gigs, your teens need a dedicated practice space. Create a practice area at home, or rent out a space where music practice is allowed. Allow the teens to experiment with musical genres, lyrics and other features. You may find band members that are talented with words, whereas other ones may be able to create melodies with ease.
Use social media and other online resources to get the band's name out to the public. Post quotes, images and videos of the band members in a professional manner so that fans and industry folks see their passion. You never know which band will be the next, greatest musical influence.
Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn't on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym. Follow her on Twitter @RachelleWilber.
