If you have never played and you take lessons and practice how long (estimated) would it take to be proficent at it? Not like Beethoven or Stevie Wonder or anything, but able to play it and know what you are doing, or play by ear?
2006-08-16 10:37:49 · 8 answers · asked by thetalentedgreygoose 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
There are quite a few variables. In a best case scenario, IF you grew up in a musical family, already know how to play one or more other instruments proficiently, understand music theory, have good pitch recognition, and have excellent manual dexterity, you could be fairly impressive in under a year if you dedicated yourself to the instrument and practiced daily.
Once you start taking away some of these qualities, the time increases. If you have none of the qualities listed, the answer is probably never.
2006-08-16 10:45:40 · answer #1 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how much you practice, and if you have a gift for it. I did it to the point of playing advanced pieces in a few years, but I am usually called a gifted musician. I can play hard beethoven pieces, and I can play chord based music like a lot of the pop music out right now. Some people can learn faster. Some can't ever get it.
2006-08-16 17:41:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It didn't take that long for me. But if depends on the person. I'm very good by ear, but someone else might be better visually. Like I said, it just depends. I think if you cover the basics, and you consistently practice over and over again, then it gets easier. Maybe it'd take about a few months. I truly can't give you the exact amount of time insince I don't know you.
2006-08-16 17:43:38 · answer #3 · answered by lvbs793 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I took piano lessons from 1979-1987. I would practice about two to three hours a day. I tend to lose time when I'm into the music. Playing by ear is more of a gift, it can't really be practiced. I wish I could play more by ear as well.
As far as the length of time, it varies from person to person. I wish you well.
2006-08-16 17:43:13 · answer #4 · answered by Spiritoso 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends. if you have some history with music: like reading sheet music or playing another intrument or if you can already play by ear: you will have some experience and probably be able to advance faster than the average person.
but everyone is different. some people take longer than others. the only advice i can give you is: practice practice practice!
2006-08-16 17:43:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how old you are.. It is easier for younger people to learn to play... I had played for five years when I was like 4 until 9 and I was decent but nothing like the people you see playing mozart stuff
2006-08-16 17:45:25 · answer #6 · answered by ATR068 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At least 2 years of intense practice and lessons.
2006-08-16 17:42:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ummm... a bit of time. i've been playing for 7 years, and i guess i'm pretty good. u have to have a lot of patience. and stretchy fingers. ^ ^ good luck!
i would say tho, about a month or two...
2006-08-16 17:41:39 · answer #8 · answered by Briar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋