I don't think it's BS; rather, it's a subjective view of self-expression.
That is, after all, what the beginner needs to know -up front. Yes,
they need to know that there's no magic bullet. However, the real
problem isn't with the players who do these instructional videos, books,
etc. Conversely, the problem is a mis-application of availble
information. A great Source for inspiration (like Pat is many of us) is
not to blame; Players may not always be able to inform the piblic of what
it is exactly they are doing in order to please so many listeners. So
the "schooled" types come in and want to get these players to "share"
their knowledge and experience -which, in and of itself, is a noble
gesture. What usually takes shape however -and has with several of the
"greats"- is that someone else assumes the role of getting that talent
to place everything he or she knows intutively into an externalized
"systematic approach method" or some such other incapsulating and
restrictive form in order to "proove" that others too may play as they
do.
Of course, there is absolutely nothing bad about honest learning from
others work. We all "cop licks" from other players whom we admire. You
point is well taken that nothing can substitute for hard work, active
playing experience, and a good "ear" for tunes. The only thing you fail
to mention is exactly HOW may we help one another in this learning
process -irrespective of our experience level. As a teacher, I must
recognize that the learning curve is not a constant; many learn best
visually, others by ear, while for others the best thing is "hands on"
first, explanations second. They all must combine to create the total
musical experience.
On Thu, 9 Sep 1999 22:51:55 EDT JHoopes930@... writes:
It really kills me the way some of you people are looking for the
magic
secret something
that suddenly turns you into a great jazz soloist. I've got news
for
you....IT DON"T
EXIST. Years ago Martino was talking about a star system he used.
Now he's
talking
about thinking dimished chords when he solos. It was BS then and it
still
is. Pat
Martino is a great guitar player blessed with a wonderful ear,
supurb
technique and the
talent to put them together. There are many talented players out
there doing
the same
thing. It's that simple.
Flip
.
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