Tell him you're starting a girl band and he can be your audience. Let him watch you practice sometimes, or suggest he start a band with some of his friends.
Nerds sometimes have difficulty with social cues, so you should make your feelings clear. That being said, give him space, too. You'll want to be direct without appearing clingy. Also,...
You could tell on them for something they did, or say they are lying. However, if you do get caught, trying to fight the punishment will ultimately not work in...
Your friends could be backup or maybe you could teach them how to play a cool instrument like guitar, drums, etc. Just because they might not be able to write...
You could start training him now by getting him accustomed to having weight on his back, basically turning him into a pack-steer. But, he won't be ready to actually ride...