Provide a range of musical opportunities. Consider whether students could lead part of a rehearsal, host a concert, or run a more extensive project. Having a wide range of opportunities gives students of different ages or stages the chance to take on a leadership role.
Train students in leadership. Help them make the most of these opportunities. Arrange a session in which you talk through key leadership goals and tips.
Model good leadership. This is particularly relevant if you're aiming to have a group of leaders. Hopefully, they will have sat in your rehearsals, lessons and concerts long enough to know what you do. But it might be worth discussing, as a group, what good leadership looks like.
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