by Michael S » Wed Apr 23, 2003 1:51 am
I know this is way off of the topic but I am responding to something yoni mention. If I could transfer this to a new topic I would.
When I was a young kid, being a rock & roll star was a big dream. Now, at 48, I am SO glad that I am a skilled HVAC technician and DON'T have to make my living playing music. I have my music just for me and I can play or not play whatever, whenever, or with whomever I choose. Maybe I don't play as often but that's all right. When I do play, it is strictly for the joy of it, never is it just a job. Don't get me wrong; I am very passionate about music. I have just never met more troublesome people in any other field, often related to ego.
I have taught myself to play congas (and dabble with a doumbek), read music, understand harmony, rhythm, and pitch, and have, for 18 months, been teaching myself piano. Years ago I taught myself alto sax and when I was a kid, trap drumming. I'm having the time of my life with it and there's no pressure to be better than the next guy who might get the gig instead of me.
Get a job as a musician? No thanks, I'll keep my day job.