I LOVE playing solo...30 years of playing in groups has been enlightening for the most part, but it hardly compares to the joy of being in complete control.

I have on several occasions, worked with a sax player, and a few times with a guitarist, but I didn't buy my arranger to play with other musicians...I bought it so I could play solo.

Sure it's lots of fun to jam with others, and I have done it many times, but for paying gigs, I would think it a bit foolhardy to gig without several rehearsals...and that creates complications.

I'm more interested in making a living at this, and, with the way clubs are paying nowadays, the more people in the band means less money in the pocket.

Kudos to those who can afford it, and have the luxury of great players they can call upon and who can fit in perfectly at a moments notice....whatever floats your boat.

I've always been a loner, and I can do without the camaraderie...I didn't get into music for that reason...I got into it because it was a passion...and a way to get girls.

Keeping it simple with a lightweight arranger and sound system has made it a profitable and rewarding experience for me.


Ian

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