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Which, unfortunately, is the incorrect way to think if you larger goal is to afford rent and food.

When I was finishing high school, I had to choose between music or comp-sci for university. Went with comp-sci because I didn't think as a trumpet player I would be able to do much, besides being one of the 5 (citation needed) teachers in my city, or being VERY lucky and survive playing gigs, mostly which would be playing music I didn't like.

It worked well for me, as I ended up having a couple bands, and also did some freelance gigs. Because it was my hobby - I didn't care for money, as I got a job - I could go full Marie Kondo and only play what gave me joy.



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