Originally Posted by: caponi14Maggior i have been playing for 6-7 years now :)

OK, I hate you less then...but I still hate you :-).

With that many concerts under your belt, I see how you've developed so quickly. I know from experience that playing with others really expands your capabilities.

As far as a backing track goes, I wouldn't worry about video. You could do like Slipin_Lizard and I have done, which is to record over a backing track on a PC or some multitrack device. That way the levels and stuff are adjustable and it will all sound good. I've done stuff with the looper on my Zoom G5 with a basic drum beat and basic chord progression. Lay down a simple progression and you can jam and wail until the cows come home. It's a fabulous way to work out solo idea or perfect a particular technique.

Good luck finding like minded people to play with. You must really be jonsing!! Keep pursuing it - I have to believe somebody with your talent should be able to find an outlet for it.