Originally Posted by Planobilly
The answer would be different for different people I assume
+1
I would say the intended purpose is critical. Playing for one’s own enjoyment is one thing, playing at a top studio to secure a spot in the “inner circle” is quite something else.

Since I play my instruments basically for my own enjoyment, I’d rather play the piece with less accuracy than the original artist but with my own interpretation rather than playing it note-for-note spot-on with all the space for interpretation squeezed out. Of course, my approach will never land me a spot in the inner circle, and that’s ok.

But as I utilize tab more and more, I do find it rewarding to “steal” certain phrases or notes and incorporate them into my recorded interpretations. The important thing for me is to just be in the game and have fun.

If I were to advise a youngster, I’d say get formal training, learn to sight read and learn all the theory you can.

Last edited by Bass Thumper; 12/24/24 12:24 PM.
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