I'm fortunate in that I get to play a few times a month with some great players, who are also nice guys with no ego issues or other problems, like drug/alcohol abuse.

I get to use a different set of skills than I use when playing Tyros4, and I enjoy the camaraderie, and learning experience that goes with these sessions.

One thing for sure, I have no desire to do gigs with a band, especially bar gigs. I've had my fill of those, and don't miss them.

The arranger provides another outlet for the music inside me, and, I like having total control over what I play, in much the same way as I enjoy giving up some control when playing with others.

So, there is a difference, and I like it.

Ian