Great thread.........great story thier Marc.......I could read these all day long. Mark, in my limited experience I have to say that I made most of my progress when I was in Nashville (which was about once or twice a year for five years) for two weeks at a time. There's something to be said for putting out a hand and looking the other person in the eye. Not only can you get a feel for them but vice versa. On the other hand, I wrote two songs with a co-writer in person and by that time was able to co-write the third over the net as we had gotten to know each other. Right now at my level of experience and with what I want to accomplish I'm heading in the direction of using coaches and co-writers to perfect my craft.
Steve

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