Some Notes about this Blog…

First of all I want to welcome every reader to this blog for it seems we have a common interest:

Playing Bass Guitar

Well, that´s the reason why you’re here so it’s nothing new.

You also don’t care who I might be and that’s fine.

I just intend to share some thoughts and experiences – and chances are they will be different from what your local Bass Guitar Teacher might tell you.

I’m passionate about music and a passionate musician although I never played in front of more than 500 people.

So don’t expect to get tips how to become famous.

As a child I was musically educated by teachers. I know the benefits of having the basic musical knowledge and I experienced the disadvantages of a formal education.

At some point a teacher can hold you back to find your own style and your own musical expression.

The problem is, you need enough technical and musical skills to be able to develop your style.

I quit with formal teachers for years and learned to play more instruments as an autodidact.

After all the only way to learn how to play any instrument is PRACTICE. Nothing more and nothing less.

“So what?” you will think – “Tell me something new!”

Well, the number one reason why most people quit to play an instrument or don’t get as far as they could is the lack of passion.

Without passion you loose the reason why you play at all and soon you think:

“Why should I keep up? It’s nothing but boring!”

In most cases that is the end of all musical attempts.

On the other hand if you manage to keep your passion you will endure to get through the boring exercises and will get better.

You get better and suddenly are capable to play more advanced stuff.

You gain satisfaction – your passion grows – you practice more – you get better…

That’s when the fun begins and you love to play…

You’re on the way to become a good musician or at least you have the chance to.

However, I apologize for getting a bit off topic.

Whenever I feel about I will make a post about something related to How To Play Bass Guitar.

Until next time.