Beachbum, I had a school of music with over 400 students/ The question that was often was, “How am I doing”. My answer was always the same;
“As long as you are enjoy your playing you are doing good”.

IPORTANT:
Most comments that are made by people are made to
MAKE THEMSELVES FEEL GOOD. There are others who care.

Star posting again, there are people who are sincere in their helping.
John C.