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Band

COACH

Band Coaching Level 1 is a customized program where bands meet with a professional

Band Coach. Bands will be guided in a low-pressure environment dedicated towards more

efficient and productive practice time. Sessions will focus on developing skills in:

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  • Band dynamics

  • Time management

  • Making the most of rehearsal time

  • Concert readiness

  • Originality exploration

  • Performing cover songs

  • Broadening knowledge and ability

  • Developing repertoire

  • Polishing sound

  • And more!

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Band Coaching - Level 1

Low Pressure               No Deadlines             No Performance

Existing Bands Join Anytime!

We'll build a program around YOU!

Does your band need professional coaching? Want to form a band under experienced leadership?
Check out our three levels of band coaching!

Price Determined by Customized Scheduling

If you're interested in joining a band, call or email us and we'll build a band with you in mind!

505.983.5906

lessons@candymansf.com

Requirements: Registrants and guardians will meet to determine a schedule that works for all band members. Once a schedule is determined, all participants are asked to commit to the entire 14 week session. (Commitments are out of respect for all band members.)

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Drums, cables, mics, and amps will be provided. All other instruments must be provided by participants.

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Willingness to work together to gel as a band, accept constructive criticism, and approach natural difficulties with a professional attitude.

Band Coaching - Level 2

Performing              Busking              Building Your Band's Brand

The skills gained in Band Coaching Level 1 are put to the test in this performance-based
program. Sessions include a focused aim toward acquiring gigs and performing
in 'the scene'.

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Participants will learn:

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  • How to create relationships with venues and community

  • How to get gigs

  • Performance techniques and stage presence

  • Set up and tear down

  • Balancing sound

  • Gigging ‘Code of Conduct’

  • Band promotion and social media

  • Before and after show promotion

  • Busking how to’s, tips, and tricks

  • And more!

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Price Determined by Customized Scheduling

Requirements: Registrants and guardians will meet to determine a schedule that works for all band members. Once a schedule is determined, all participants are asked to commit to the entire 14 week session. (Commitments are out of respect for all band members.)

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Drums, cables, mics, and amps will be provided. All other instruments must be provided by participants.

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Willingness to work together to gel as a band, accept constructive criticism, and approach natural difficulties with a professional attitude.

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A commitment to attending agreed upon gigs and performances and arranging one's own transportation to and from the performance.

The On-Call Band Coach

Guidance                     Management                       Advice

Hire a Professional Band Coach for those inevitable times when you feel like you’ve hit a dead end,

could use some advice to get you moving forward, to bounce things off, or to stand in at a show.

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  • Consultations

  • Guidance and recommendations

  • Fresh eyes and ears / evaluation

  • Band management

  • Stand-in band member (Understudy)

  • Merch table staffing

  • Band photography videography

  • Cross promotion / opening acts

$50/hour 

Registration

Please complete the registration below and we will contact you with further instructions and payment info. 

Existing Bands - We will be in contact with all band members to schedule a kick-off meeting to determine scheduling and other details.

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Those Looking to Join a Band - We will invite you for a placement audition and work on fitting you in the best band for you. 

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