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So a few weeks ago, I realized I'd hit a plateau in my playing that I couldn't rise above. My goal was to increase speed and dexterity.



I love learning and had no problems admitting it so I sought out a qualified teacher, Chris McCarvill who is a Bass Institute of Technology/Musician's Institute graduate. This guy's got more skill, knowledge, and experience than people double his age and he's a diamond of a person, too.



The exercises Chris gave me put me on the right path, and quickly. My intent was two or three lessons, tops then I'd go and apply what I learned. Now, I'm hooked.



What was even more important about that lesson was how he encouraged me to change my thinking and my approach to practicing, something I thought may have been overdue, but now was confirmed.





What started out as an interest in speed building exercises turned into my having my approach completely re-worked and my perspective absolutely reshaped. The Bass was now even more fun than it ever was. I came away from my initial lesson with a mind completely expanded and a fresh approach to my beloved instrument.



Coming home that night and applying what I'd learned as well as modifying my approach was a true awakening. I felt like I had picked up the instrument for the first time. Mercifully, it didn't sound,/i> like that though. All of a sudden, the Bass seemed fresh and like a limitless, wide open road once more.



Weeks later, I still have that liberated feeling and I am so much more connected to my instrument.



If you're ever doing something you love and feel like you've hit a wall, never be afraid to ask for guidance. It may well give you a completely different perspective and increase your enjoyment of something, and that is priceless.