I started reading this forum a couple of months ago when Clyde Clevenger
suggested it. This is the first time I've responded. But MIke, the message that
you are still finding your way is too cool to pass up. I'm an "old beginner".
Old, as in 62. New, as in first picked up a mandolin less than 4 years ago--and
without much musical background. It goes without saying I struggle to feel like
I'm getting anyplace. And if you're still climbing the mountain, I guess I
probably haven't even seen the mountain yet. But I do "work at it " every day.
I love it. Clyde and others have kept me from getting too discouraged. Like so
many others, I enjoy your music and your playing style and technique. I've been
to your clinics in Boise, Redmond, and Stevenson, and I listen to your music a
lot and try to learn what I can from it. You "make it look easy" in a way that
really suggests to me a mastery of the instrument. So, for you to say you're
needing to shake things up a bit to keep making progress--well I guess "old
beginners" like me could just say forget it and start building birdhouses or
whatever. But instead I really find it pretty inspiring that if anyone thinks
they have "mastered" this, they are probably kidding themselves (same with most
things is suppose). Your comments tell me I need way more focus and discipline
in the way I practice. Anyway, thanks for the message Mike--and for all your
willingness to share your knowledge and insights.
Mark R.
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