Do you know what I encounter most of the time when I make music with musicians who are better than I am? - poatience, generosity, and encouragement. I suppose there are those that are snooty, but most good musicians seem to really enjoy sharing their gift. I've seen that in song circles I've visited in various places all over the U.S.
I've tried to play guitar for years, but never got very far until I started dating Claudia, who seems to be able to play every instrument known to mankind. Claudia and her friend Marilyn have been playing fiddle, piano, and accordion together for years, and they decided to have what they call a "slow jam" for beginners. I've been playing guitar at the session, and sometimes harmonica or autoharp. Two beginning recorder players have joined the group now. It's amazing the progress we've all make, and how much fun we have. Claudia and Marilyn are far beyond the rest of us in talent, but they've very patient and encouraging. You sure learn a lot faster wehn you play with others.
-Joe Offer-