Too late to start playing an instrument?
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I'd say that now is the perfect time for you to learn! You're still young and have the dexterity needed, but you're mature enough to really grasp what you're learning. Go for it!
I agree^^^
Sometimes younger kids get bored or distracted or end up hating the instrument they play because their parents force them to play...at 18 you are making a decision yourself and it sounds like you would be comitted to praticing and learning the instrument
Great advice posted here, go for it . I took lessons when I was young and then my brother snapped my guitar in half.
About 10 years later I picked up a cheap electric and gave it a go again. Even though I could not read music anymore I was determined to play. I was 18 then (52) now and still rockin.
You know you really want to do it don't you :grinyes:
The kids want to rock :headbang2:
About 10 years later I picked up a cheap electric and gave it a go again. Even though I could not read music anymore I was determined to play. I was 18 then (52) now and still rockin.
You know you really want to do it don't you :grinyes:
The kids want to rock :headbang2:
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No, you are never too old to learn to play. I am a professional musician, and have been making my living that way for more than 20 years - that is until I moved back to NJ in July...
I have had many, many people tell me that they used to play when they were kids, and were sorry that they had given it up. I have NEVER heard anyone say that they used to play and quitting was the happiest day of their lives. Play if you want to. Don't if you don't. Don't listen to people telling you what to do (unless it is a reputable teacher, and then, take it with a grain of salt....) Enjoy your music, it is yours and solely for your own enjoyment.
I will also say that:
The more you practice, the better you get, and the easier it will be.
The hardest part of playing an instrument is taking it out of the case....
It is isn't fun, don't do it. Who needs another chore?
Enjoy yourself!
S.
I have had many, many people tell me that they used to play when they were kids, and were sorry that they had given it up. I have NEVER heard anyone say that they used to play and quitting was the happiest day of their lives. Play if you want to. Don't if you don't. Don't listen to people telling you what to do (unless it is a reputable teacher, and then, take it with a grain of salt....) Enjoy your music, it is yours and solely for your own enjoyment.
I will also say that:
The more you practice, the better you get, and the easier it will be.
The hardest part of playing an instrument is taking it out of the case....
It is isn't fun, don't do it. Who needs another chore?
Enjoy yourself!
S.
noooot at all man. I started same age as you, just played sports and did well in school never really cared about music or learned anything. Im 22 now, and my playing improved to the point where its easy to be in band or jam with people if I want, and my pre-med path keeps me from practicing nearly as much as I should.
I started using tabs, I think its a great way to learn to play...just try and learn some songs you like. Some people may disagree, but for me it was fun and the type of music I like (Dream Theater, Satriani, lots of "technical" progressive music) sure gave me a workout on technique (correct finger positioning, tapping, legato, etc.)
Go out and buy that guitar...please trust me from experience, the difference between day 1 and 2 months is unbelivable if you put some decent time and effort in.
I started using tabs, I think its a great way to learn to play...just try and learn some songs you like. Some people may disagree, but for me it was fun and the type of music I like (Dream Theater, Satriani, lots of "technical" progressive music) sure gave me a workout on technique (correct finger positioning, tapping, legato, etc.)
Go out and buy that guitar...please trust me from experience, the difference between day 1 and 2 months is unbelivable if you put some decent time and effort in.
