Old dogs can most certainly learn new tricks! Went to see my old band the other night and was impressed with their current bassist,they do a mix of rock,funk,disco and pop from the last 4 decades.I watched as she pounded out the bass lines to the songs i used to play with them. I wouldnt say she is necessarily more solid but she is definitly more versatile! She played the songs like they were meant to be played whether using a pick,fingers or slapping and popping.Ive been told that I am a solid player but I keep it simple.She has to miss a show with them in march and asked if I would fill in. After watching her I decided that I am going to force myself to learn to slap and pop and really want to have it down for the show. I have been focusing on it for the last 2 weeks and am very happy with my progress. I started slow and forced myself to practice as much as possible, frustrating at first but kept pounding away.I finally started getting the hang of it and am getting faster ,I am going to be able to do this!This has reignited my passion for playing!I look forward to locking myself in my mancave and practicing every night(kinda feel like i did when I was 15 and learned smoke on the water on guitar). It is easy to fall into ruts in playing( in life in general!) and use age as excuse not to learn ( I am 41).sometimes you are inspired by someone,something clicks and you suprise yourself! anyway just wanted to share,especially with those old dogs who dont think they can learn a new trick,dont believe it!
.....Im sorry, that was bad!
seriously Im not fretting,Im excited about learning something new to me and becoming a better player!
Sitting still rust develops. Those Harleys look like fun, may be one in my future, a side car for the Wife might work... probably have to get a tattoo, Na, no way forget the Harley.
