Some readers might look at this heading and think, “What? It’s hard enough to find any job!” But I’m quite serious about the ramifications—musical, emotional, and financial—of knowing where to put yourself. Of course, we all know there are monetary and psychological temptations that muddy the waters of decision, as well as pragmatic putting-food-on-the-table considerations. But music, at its highest and purest manifestation, is an expression of the self. A player’s personality has a chance to be heard and acknowledged through making sounds. This should never be taken for granted. In one sense, work is work. Any job is worth taking a look at (even for people who end sentences with prepositions). But there are as many ways to solve the work/money problem as there are people. You must make your own way and keep close tabs on why you are doing what you are doing. Advertisement If you want […]