When I first signed up, I thought, man, that’s a chunk of change, but it would be worth it to study with a master. Broken down by month, it's really not that much. And, one of the things that convinced me to take the plunge was seeing other players I respect (including John McClung and Bruce Bouton) were students of the course. Even advanced players are always learning!
After a year as a student of the PFM, I have to say, my playing has improved noticeably. Using Paul’s exercises, and some that I’ve modified for my own needs, my relationship with the instrument has changed. Technique in both hands has improved. Speed and accuracy have improved. Even my tone sounds better, probably just due to the motivated “chair time†I’ve been putting in.
Playing the steel now kind of feels like putting on a favorite shirt. It’s not a fight with the instrument anymore; it’s a partnership. The fact that Paul is always adding new content like lessons and interviews (the Lloyd Green series is fantastic) keeps me coming back, but even the videos I’ve watched over and over still hold hidden gems every time.
But the unexpected hidden gem is the private Facebook group. It’s what lets students like me ask questions, post videos for feedback and critiques, and interact with other students of the Method. It’s a focused, supportive place, and I’m on it daily to see what’s going on in the world of PFM.
Besides his obviously stellar playing, Paul is also a genuinely nice human being. His love for the steel guitar is downright inspiring. I even got to hang out with him at a Time Jumpers show in Nashville, and he was a guest on my podcast
After a year, do I think it was worth the money? Worth every penny! Here’s to year 2!
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