Technical ability, music, and writing
Writing isn’t about putting words on paper or on screen. Well, it is. But there’s more to writing than that. There is also technique involved in writing. While you don’t have to be a master technician to make a living as a writer, technique does help. And to ensure your growth as a writer, you should definitely try to pick up and experiment with new techniques.
Bill Bruford, one of my favourite musicians, recently posted to his blog some questions and answers about attitudes toward technical ability. The Q&A is, obviously, aimed at musicians. But writers can also gain a lot of insight from them — especially questions 1, 2, 3, and 5:
- How you assess or evaluate your abilities?
- Setting goals (short-and long-term)
- How do you stay focused and keep motivated?
- Incorporating what you’ve learned into your playing (how and when)?
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