I just overheard a percussionist turn down a gig offered by someone who was some sort of a talent scout for a really prestigious ensemble. The guy said that joining that ensemble was his dream, but that he needed to learn more and improve his skills by continuing to attend music school, and that he planned to join the ensemble eight years from now. Did he make the right decision, or did I just witness someone make the mistake of his life?
from the way you told the story, it sounds like a fairly outrageously idiotic plan. almost like studying friendship in school before accepting any real friends. but there may be more to the story that we don't know