Media praise for the part-time musician

I just ran across this article and knew you’d want to see it, too. In it, the author offers some pretty keen insights into the music landscape, the “business”, and musical creativity…and how much PTMs contribute to all of it.

In praise of the part-time musician doesn’t discuss the many and significant contributions that full-timers make, and in my mind, seems somewhat dismissive of them. But he does point out the strength of the PTM community and its commitment to making great music, which is not often recognized in the media. It’s nice to see!

To all PTMs out there – whether you play strictly for (private) enjoyment or to become the next Hendrix, Marsalis, or Bell – know that you are making a contribution. Thank you all for striving, for learning, and for playing. Enjoy the journey!

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Keep playing,

Mark