[Dixielandjazz] Almost good players

[Russ Guarino]

The most common problems I find with "almost " musicians is
  problems with intonation.
  problems with keeping rhythm... speeding up but most commonly, slowing down.
  [ I've played with some really good musicians who have a slowing down problem
  especially in small ensembles ].
  Playing too loud, sometimes playing too timidly.
  Can't read.
  unfamiliar with music nomenclature.
  Ego problems, can't not be coached.

Russ Guarino

Ken Gates wrote:

> I'm just a listener, but am curious about this.  You performing musicians probably come into
> frequent contact with players who are "almost good".  Players with some skill but have a
> defiency in a particular area.  Examples that come to mind are--
> ...Good solos, but weak on ensemble.
> ...Good on harmony and ensemble, but weak solos.
> ...Poor rhythm or don't quite "swing" enough.
> ...Poor tone or too many "clams".
>
> There are others, but that's the idea.
> Here's the question---
>
> Is there one particular area that usually shows up for the "almost" good player?
>
> Ken Gates
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