I play background music for a resort in the area often. My purpose is not to be the entertainment; I’m providing a soundtrack upon which people get enjoy their lives. Because my purpose is not to show, I must play quietly.

Playing quietly does not mean I play less intensely. In fact, playing quietly requires more intensity and focus to not allow myself to become so relaxed that I become sloppy. I often leave gigs where I play quietly more tired than the ones where I’m rocking out.

Just because something is quiet does not mean it lacks energy.

Potential energy is still energy.