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comment by BLOB_CASTLE
BLOB_CASTLE  ·  4311 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: What Are You Most Self-Conscious About?

I'm a bass player, so I can sort of relate to what you're saying. What I've learned is that imitation of the masters or even simply those better than I am is what makes me a better musician. Something else I've learned is that you're your own worst critic. I hate soloing, even though jazz requires that all of the time. But then I talk to others who listened and think it was great. So I doubt you have anything to doubt about yourself. Having that concern about yourself is what'll drive you to being a better musician.