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Asking Eric: Open jam group struggles as one member’s playing throws off the whole sound
- The group meets regularly in an informal public jam that welcomes all skill levels, but one woman who attends with her husband produces random toots and shrieks that listeners say ruin the sound.
- Tension stems from whether the jam is truly welcoming or should set rules, as the group's open-to-all ethos conflicts with some wanting participation standards, while the woman's husband, described as a core player and leader, makes confronting her risky.
- R. Eric Thomas, advice columnist, recommended asking the woman if she is open to feedback and preparing concrete improvement steps like switching instruments or lessons.
- The potential outcome is that the relationship with the couple could remain fraught if the group imposes conditions, as a member not playing in harmony can disrupt the musical experience.
- The group must decide whether to keep an open policy or set rules, and if members choose change, they should offer practical supports like lessons or instrument changes to help the woman.
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Asking Eric: How to handle an unwelcome player in a music group
Dear Eric: We play music with a group of friends on a regular basis. It is an informal, open group in a public space and generally everyone is welcome to join us and play along at whatever skill level they have.
·Springfield, United States
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Asking Eric: Open jam group struggles as one member’s playing throws off the whole sound
Dear Eric: We play music with a group of friends on a regular basis. It is an informal, open group in a public space and generally everyone is welcome to join us and play along at whatever skill level they have.
·Portland, United States
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Leaning Left3Leaning Right1Center10Last UpdatedBias Distribution72% Center
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