When Did You First Realize . . .

[LadysSolo]

I'm not as bad as I used to be (I mentioned in another thread that some things are easy now, and I go back and play those when I'm getting frustrated it something new I'm working on, used to be NOTHING was easy!) And VERY RARELY I will have a day when everything comes together and I can play an entire piece without any hesitation, and tremolo is actually getting better, but I am nowhere near good - just better than I used to be.

[Ivan Kelsall]

As i did on banjo 50+ years ago when i started playing,i used recordings &/or I/net radio / YouTube as a source for pick-along tunes.
Two tunes that i wanted to learn were ''8th of February'' by John Reischman & ''Rebecca'' by Herschel Sizemore. I learned both bit by bit, & i thought i'd pretty well 'arrived' when i could play ''8th of February'' as close to JR as i could manage after about 5 years. However,that still doesn't make me a 'good' mandolin player,but it was a huge step in the right direction & i've added a few more steps since,
Ivan

[Al Trujillo]

I may never get there, but it is all about the journey, isn't it?

[yankees1]

I may never get there, but it is all about the journey, isn't it?

You are very correct !

[Bertram Henze]

I may never get there, but it is all about the journey, isn't it?

Making the journey a pleasant one is essential (for you, if not for others)

[yankees1]

Making the journey a pleasant one is essential (for you, if not for others)

Starting my journey at 64 years young with no or very little musical talent I have to think about the emphasis on the journey instead of the end ! Now at 71 The end may come all too soon !