Bandleader

The term is most commonly used with a group that plays popular music as a small combo or a big band, such as one which plays jazz, blues, rhythm and blues or rock and roll music.

The bandleader is also onstage with the group, so they have to be a strong performer on lead vocals or an instrument.

The bandleader also needs to have a good general knowledge of the different parts played by all the rhythm section instruments (guitar, keyboards, electric bass, drum kit) and solo instruments (e.g., lead guitar, saxophone, etc.

), as they have to audition prospective new members of the band and lead rehearsals.

In some cases, the bandleader may manage other aspects of the band, such as organizing tours and sound recording sessions.