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I was once on a gig with a songwriter and a really fantastic bass player who's been a close friend for many years. His musicianship is unparalleled which is what made these sincere compliments from the sound engineer, just after the show, especially hilarious:
To the songwriter: "Great songs!"
To me: "Tasteful playing!"
To my friend: "Nice bass!"
To this day, ten years later, I'll still compliment his bass every time every time his ability comes up.
Also, on a gig as a young player learning jazz I lost my place in the changes of Freight Train for several measures. Afterward, the drummer (not realizing what had happened) complimented me with "great use of space." Haha.
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