He likes his fiddle - always wants to buy new strings for it and stuff. I guess I was just wondering whether he'd ever become a really good player if he's not practicing.

Sometimes, he squeaks a note or so and I'll ask him to redo it or play it slowly - should I leave him alone? He gets fed up repeating a line. Should I ignore the mistakes or make him fix them?

Maybe I've been expecting too much. Not being able to play anything myself, I really don't know. His tutor thinks he's great and enthusiastic. He never shows much concern either. He does a mean 'Orange Blossom Special.'

Sounds like you all think he's normal and I should leave him do things his way. He certainly loves bluegrass and has no interest in classical.

I appreciate the advice you can give.

Rita.