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Originally Posted by sarramkrop

I don't think you need to know that much theory to make good music, not anymore than you need just simple and constant practice. I totally agree that most music students end up bored with it because of theory taking over from what's a very important process of making music: the enthusiasm for it. That's not to say that music theory hasn't got a place, and it would be downright foolish to claim such a thing, but still i'm yet to meet a student that is immersed in music theory or classical music who i find truly versatile.

oddly enough, the only thing that's been keeping me in school for music (other than my awesome sax teacher) is music theory. it engages me a whole lot more than just talking about the music. it also makes writing music and improvisation more personal for me, since i enjoy it so much.