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Re: Advice for a Performance Major?

Author: j8649
Date: 2015-09-01 05:21

I don't know any orchestra players, but I do know many freelance musicians who were performance majors. Many are successful because they play a wide range of music styles and gigs. The ones I know that don't make it as performers all have a few things in common:
1. They can't get along with other players.
2. They don't show up on time or at all (not reliable).
3. They are so self-absorbed with how good they are, they can't recognize anyone else's musical skills.
4. They thinks that being a great player is enough to make them successful.
5. They have a lack luster work ethic.
6. They want to start at the top and are unwilling to start at the bottom and work their way up.

Avoid these pitfalls, and you will have success. Good Luck!

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