Originally Posted by
pateticorecords
a kid tells his parents he would like to play the piano, there is only one piano instructor in his area (though he is not great)... he decides to take lessons, he learns and perfects what he is taught.
He continues playing even after he surpassed his teacher, he continues to explore piano playing on his own, he studies the piano techniques of others on line so he can better his playing, and he is HAPPY with what HE has accomplished.
However...
He is not a concert player, ever played in an band, or played in front of people... so that means skills are worthless.... correct?
Or maybe he has played in front of others but he is no Liberachi, so he should quit playing... correct?
Maybe is a virtuoso but is not interested in proving to others what he can do, so that mean he truly knows nothing... correct?
Maybe it is hobby for him, and he has no intention on playing in public or post videos on online or record himself playing... it is something he does for himself. Does this mean he is wasting his time?
EVERYBODY has their OWN reasons for what they do, learn, or have interest in...