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The ad is perfect. And if a guy wants to rehearse weekly for 5 gigs that's fine to. A few guys in this discussion have indicated this would be a good opportunity for them. I admit, I don't get the whole social aspect of rehearsal. I would have no interest in this type of opportunity not because they only want to play 5 gigs, because of their requirements. Blue

I've never done that, I guess it depends on the band and the type of gig. If reading is required I wouldn't be able to do it. If it was a 4 hour bar gig I'd also be in trouble. The only way I could cut showing up for a gig with no prior rehearsal would be if it was a headliner show playing a little over an hours worth of material. Blue

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Hi Pete, Initially once a week would be fine. After I have all the material down maybe one rehearsal before each gig. Blue

Would 2 rehearsals per week for 5 gigs be acceptable? Blue

I'm obsessed with their requirements not gigs. Blue

That's what I call packed. Blue

In my neck of the woods if an established band, all in tact that's making money places a bass player wanted ad publicly, good luck getting an audition slot. 😢 Blue

Here's another heads up. You respond to the ad because the musianship in their clips seemed very high. I responded to an ad based on what appeared to be a " smokin" guitarist. Then found out he was no longer in the band.. Blue

I love the ads that cut to the chase; "If your looking for money, this ain't it"😁 Blue

Dave, I agree 100%. I have responded to ads in the past where a lot of crucial information was left out. Classic example,the ad is for a bass player then you find out they are also looking for drums & vocalist. You find out it's a remaining member trying to save a sinking ship. Blue

Interesting point. Guys, how much rehearsal is reasonable for a 5 gig a year band? Blue

The ad is not wrong. I don't like the requirements, I personally think they're asking too much. But that's just me. If they were to take out the requirements they might get the wrong guy. I get that, however it doesn't mean I have to like their proposition. Blue

It's an honest ad. It's a fit for certain guys. I still take issue with the requirements. Blue

In a band that plays 60 gigs annually, no. A band that does 5 shows none of the points would bother me. I could even live with the guy that comes to a rehearsal unprepared. He still has plenty of time to nail the material before the next gig. Blue

My favorite gig was not one if the big stage, big festival gigs. It was a small NYE bar gig. Great sounding room and it was the crowd that made it so special. Lots of other local known musicians in attendance and hard core live rock lovers. Mostly folks over 60. Blue

I think most do, and most have full time traditional jobs and families as well. I'm the odd ball. Blue

I'm single, retired and all the free time in the world. No hobbies outside of gigging. Blue

I think you get in trouble if you start believing and taking all the compliments on your playing from non- musician punters the wrong way. Blue

We usually play 5 nights in a row at Wisconsin State Fair, 8:00-12:00. It's probably my favorite week out of the year. I love it. We're all different. Blue

What was the best gig of your life and why? Let's Talk About It. Blue

Agreed, and if your only playing 5 gigs a year, you have all the time in the world to prep to put on 5 great shows. Andit certainly shouldn't take or require weekly rehearsals. Blue

I only know how to know if I'm an average player. After 50 plus years of playing I know I'll never be more than average. I've never gone out and seen any other bar level players and thought they sucked. I always feel, I play pretty much at the same level as other bar band level bass players. Blue

I agree 100%. My issue is with the ad. They seem to be saying; "We play 5-6 gigs a year but our requirements are the same as a band playing 100 paid gigs per year." Blue

I have no issue with senior musicians that want to pull back and put their feet up. Blue