Just start, stuck between a couple classes

[arockoholic]

So to start, I played around Kunark launch to somewhere after the 2 xpacs after PoP. I mained a monk, and was the primary one for our guild raids. I also played Ranger quite a bit. I'm trying to play something different and out of the norm. I have been looking for something to scratch that good MMO itch and I believe I'm sold on this again! So I ended up going with Shaman for the versatility, but I'm also on edge of trying a Bard. I know they can be challenging, annoying to some depending on play style, and also very good if played well in groups. I want to be a good asset to groups, but also be a very good soloer, I like a challenge, and I like to just solo alot in games at times.

I want to make a character that can level fast, and be able to farm some decent pp to fund my Shamn I still intend to play. But also feel like I may enjoy Bards versatility as well. Are there areas I can level fast without pissing ppl off? Areas that aren't contested as much I can kind of go it alone? I'm not an ass, I'd stop on a dime if I saw someone trying to kill stuff and level.

Any input is appreciated. I know some say bard can be extremely boring, but my main intent would to group and be a great asset. But I want to be able to farm platinum as well efficiently.