What do you think I should do about musicians like this.

[Keys410]

Whats up LGM? This is a problem that I have addressed multiple times with my musicians they do not practice. I am getting tired of being the only one that practice all week. I think the thing that brought me to my boiling point was when my bass player and drum did not know who tye tribbett is or what hit songs he has. Now I am tired of talking and I have other musicians ready to come in and replace them. Do you think I have done all I can or is there something else I can do? Please comment!!!  Be blessed

[bishopcole]

Whats up LGM? This is a problem that I have addressed multiple times with my musicians they do not practice. I am getting tired of being the only one that practice all week. I think the thing that brought me to my boiling point was when my bass player and drum did not know who tye tribbett is or what hit songs he has. Now I am tired of talking and I have other musicians ready to come in and replace them. Do you think I have done all I can or is there something else I can do? Please comment!!!  Be blessed

Keys check your Personal messages as I will send you one. God Bless, Bishop Cole

[sjonathan02]

Whats up LGM? This is a problem that I have addressed multiple times with my musicians they do not practice. I am getting tired of being the only one that practice all week. I think the thing that brought me to my boiling point was when my bass player and drum did not know who tye tribbett is or what hit songs he has. Now I am tired of talking and I have other musicians ready to come in and replace them. Do you think I have done all I can or is there something else I can do? Please comment!!!  Be blessed

For you to be bothered by the fact that they dont' know a particular artist is your issue, not theirs. As for their not practicing, that's another issue altogether; one that needs to be addressed. have you suggested setting up additional practice time with the group?

have you asked them why they don't practice?


have you shared with them the consequences of not practicing and its affect on the ministry as a whole?



Just some thoughts I thought I'd share. Be Blessed.

[vtguy84]

For you to be bothered by the fact that they dont' know a particular artist is your issue, not theirs. As for their not practicing, that's another issue altogether; one that needs to be addressed. have you suggested setting up additional practice time with the group?

have you asked them why they don't practice?


have you shared with them the consequences of not practicing and its affect on the ministry as a whole?



Just some thoughts I thought I'd share. Be Blessed.

Very good advice Jonathan....couldn't have said it better myself

[Keys410]

For you to be bothered by the fact that they dont' know a particular artist is your issue, not theirs. As for their not practicing, that's another issue altogether; one that needs to be addressed. have you suggested setting up additional practice time with the group?

have you asked them why they don't practice?


have you shared with them the consequences of not practicing and its affect on the ministry as a whole?



Just some thoughts I thought I'd share. Be Blessed.

I think I was misunderstood when I brought up tye tribbett. I wasnt just speaking on one artist that is the issue with any gospel artist thats what I am talking about. I have offered additional rehearsal and they still wont even attempt to pick up the music. I have offered to have some of my friends I have shed session with come in and offer to teach them but they dont want to be taught . My frustration comes in with the fact that I have taught both of them the instruments they play 4 years ago and now I have started the keys a year ago and have passed them. I feel like they take it for granted being able to play. I have told them multiple times that if they dont step up and get right or they will be replaced.Really I guess at this point do you think I should act on the consequences?

[fretai03]

One thing I have done for our musicians is applied this simple line...

"Practice" is at home. "Rehearsal" is the next time you see me...

Also at rehearsals we don't go over the songs, as in, "What are the chords for verse, chorus, bridge etc?" This is something I apply for rehearsals - no learning of music during rehearsals, period. They are given the music to take home to "practice".

When at rehearsal, they have the option to either play the song, sit there like a statue or if they feel the need - leave. I won't ask them to leave... its up to them.

This method may not be the best solution but it works.

[KurzLand]

Whats up LGM? This is a problem that I have addressed multiple times with my musicians they do not practice. I am getting tired of being the only one that practice all week. I think the thing that brought me to my boiling point was when my bass player and drum did not know who tye tribbett is or what hit songs he has. Now I am tired of talking and I have other musicians ready to come in and replace them. Do you think I have done all I can or is there something else I can do? Please comment!!!  Be blessed

I'm going through the same thing. It's like if they're being ignorent about christian music. They buy heavy metal cd's that have nothing to do with God. I feel like if we are 8 yrs. behind in songs . It's very frustrating. I have thought about giving up, but i'm trying to hang in there.

If they still don't listen then talk to your pastor about replacing them. It's that simple.

[sjonathan02]

I think I was misunderstood when I brought up tye tribbett. I wasnt just speaking on one artist that is the issue with any gospel artist thats what I am talking about. I have offered additional rehearsal and they still wont even attempt to pick up the music. I have offered to have some of my friends I have shed session with come in and offer to teach them but they dont want to be taught . My frustration comes in with the fact that I have taught both of them the instruments they play 4 years ago and now I have started the keys a year ago and have passed them. I feel like they take it for granted being able to play. I have told them multiple times that if they dont step up and get right or they will be replaced.Really I guess at this point do you think I should act on the consequences?

Have you spoken with your Pastor about this situation? What did he say? Are you the M.O.M.; and as such, do you have the authority to act on said consequences?

If any of your answers are, "NO" or "I don't know", then you need to follow these necessary steps before taking any action. I know that it is a frustrating situation for you, but we must try to apply Godly wisdom and give Godly council whether or not we're dealing with Godly folk. 

Hang in there and be blessed, bro.

[Keys410]

Thank you all that have replied. fretai03 I think that is a option I should try before resorting to the replacement idea. sjonathan02 I am the M.O.M. I have gone to my bishop about it but he tells me to get things done. Then when I do I look over again and its something different. I do have to the authority to remove and replace but I dont want too. I do seek God especially when dealing with this situation I do understand God had and still has patience with me thats why I try to do the same with them but I need a method for a full 360 turn around. I will try the idea that fretai03 suggested and see how it works. Be Blessed