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Originally Posted by srandallf
Its probably not accurate to compare golf and guitar though. playing an instrument is about pure expression of one's feelings. Golf is a game and doesnt require an aesthetic or artistic expression. I do not think one can be a very good guitar player or even enjoy trying to play guitar, without that artistic drive to express one's self via music
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True, but there is another reason for my use of this analogy. I can remember clearly what it was like when I was learning. I'd play a lick, and get it wrong. Similar to a golfer taking a shot and messing it up. At this point, many people become frustrated and give up. That is the opposite of my approach. When I could see that I was not playing it well, it increased my focus and my interest. My response was to BEAR DOWN. Practicing was not for the purpose of practicing. It was not work. It was play. But it was play with a determined focus. Once in a while I would get it right. Like a golfer making a good shot. Those instances were SOOOOO satisfying that I just HAD to repeat it.