There's actually a TED talk with a group of freeform jazz performers explaining something similar to this called "There are no mistakes on the bandstand":
Shows how even when you do something against the rules / on your own, you still need to remember you're part of a bigger unit.
I agree that people should know when to and how much they can break the rules and it takes experience to know that. But, I feel like you have to make mistakes to get that experience, and that there should be some room for experimentation and failure for those willing to take these risks.
http://www.ted.com/talks/stefon_harris_there_are_no_mistakes...
Shows how even when you do something against the rules / on your own, you still need to remember you're part of a bigger unit.
I agree that people should know when to and how much they can break the rules and it takes experience to know that. But, I feel like you have to make mistakes to get that experience, and that there should be some room for experimentation and failure for those willing to take these risks.