i just had major surgery on my shoulder,and am unable to play the bass for awhile.I was working hard at learing the circle of fifths.I was wondering if john could please give any advice on how to keep up your chops and studies without playing for awhile. thank you for your help! REINE

"keeping up your chops without playing will be difficult!- it's okay to take a break sometimes, too. Order a copy of 'Zen Guitar', it will give you plenty to think about, John "