I think that with music school and art school, or school in any form, there has to be some system of grading and measurement. The things they can teach you are quantifiable. While all that is good and has its place, at some point you have to learn all you can and then forget everything that you learned in order to actually start making music.
Right on. Learn all you can, forget most of it, start creating.
BTW, I just picked up St. Vincent's newest record, and yes, it's fantastic.
The following is from a new book from J. Ayen Green entitled Drupal 6 Attachment Views. The Drupal Views module is quite complex, yet highly worth learning it as the benefits are tenfold. Thus it comes as no surprise to read this nice little quote from the author that also applies to learning anything (like guitar).
"Looking at just about anything worth doing, a question will arise beginning with the words, "How do I." Often the challenge can seem daunting. Then, one finally intuits, discovers, or otherwise stumbles upon the answer and simultaneously is offered several alternative opinions, each being offered as the best way to accomplish the same goal. This is the case whether planning a vacation route, taking a photograph, or creating part or all of an application."
Dave Wirth