You have probably heard anecdotes from other scenarios such as sports, the theater, etc. that deals with the difference between practice or auditioning and the real thing. It is one thing to take a pitch in practice verse standing in front of the opposing pitcher in a real game. There is more at stake. You are emotionally involved and seldom are given the chance for a do over. This is exactly why guitar players should gig.
During that initial period when a student is learning the music fundamentals, playing publicly often can be the last thing on their minds. If nothing else, they would tend to be fairly insecure and lack confidence in their ability to play for anyone other than their music teacher or their bedroom walls. It is a good thing really.
Learning to play your guitar is a very personal journey. Some of us do so quickly, seemingly able to master the basic skills necessary, without much effort. There are some in every group that have to spoil it for the rest of us slow learners. Truth is that most students must take their time to become comfortable and proficient with their guitar. Learning chords, scales, some theory maybe, practice methods, and perfecting simple songs take time and practice. But, as time passes, we have all experienced how it starts to come much easier. The sounds emanating from that old acoustic become pretty good actually. It is at this point that I believe the budding guitarist should consider branching out somewhat; teaming up with a musical friend or friends for that matter.
Those of us with any playing time under our belts can probably clearly remember the feelings of those first few jams that took us from the safe confines our bedroom practice areas. The nerves or excitement is palpable. The palms of our hands get a little sweaty. Almost none of us felt we were really ready to do this. What we didn't know was that the rest of the jammers felt exactly the same way. That said, this next step is very essential in your progress as a budding musician.
As I mentioned earlier, practicing alone is just not the same with a buddy or small group. In this scenario, it's not just about you but how you can blend in with others. Although your timing may have seem spot on, you quickly realize the syncing your timing with others science as well as an art. Each of us learns to do things differently whether that is the way a chord is formed or how to phrase a particular section of a well known song.
Tuning was never as important is it now becomes. If you are out of tune even slightly it will either be noticeable all or one of the group will make a point of bringing it to your attention.
One of the things you will notice quite soon into the process of playing with and in front of others is how your confidence begins to grow. You will find that your abilities will sharpen. The fundamentals will become second nature and more challenging abilities and capabilities associated with your guitar playing will become increasingly part of your everyday playing.
I know, in my experience, making some extra coin didn't hurt either since every guitar player I've known can't resist the urge to acquire that one more addition to their stable of instruments.
This is why guitar players should gig. It is not until you begin doing so that you can truly move to your next level as a guitarist and truly increase your playing enjoyment. Sure you can progress through each theoretical level of lessons but that's not really why most of us
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