i read most of what you hac wroitten and being a 'serious musician' i find you to be a pompous ass. I am 'ta;ented at the banjo and i try to be good to anyone learning an instrument. I realize that some people may not be eric claptons but i've picked up a storm with a many not so good rythym guitarists. I believe that if your not in it for the fun of music and the thrill of creating, than you should quit. Too many people become pompous and think they are the best. True knowledge is to admit to know nothing. I am a damn fast picker but i still will jam with beginners. Afterall todays beginners are tomorrows pros