<p>binx, it is so good to hear someone write this. My son has grown up with the european sound and has spent summers in the states and knows about the difference. I like the way you put it that your son is finding where he "fits." Also that schools have certain sounds depending on the teachers, for sure and the area in which they are located. It seems to me that this broader view/knowledge of the music world is at once more interesting as well as confusing for up and coming musicians or for that matter vocalists.</p>
<p>Like you've said, doesn't it just come down to finding someone you can really work with in a constructive manner? And with music, if you want to be good, you have to be working on it continually. Another interesting point, too many cooks don't necessarily spoil the stew!</p>
<p>I am very interested in seeing how my kid does this fall in the states and what advice he will get. He'll be in France this July studying for a month with a european group...I will have more to say in 6 months time.</p>