I am 27 and want to try my hand at the violin. How difficult is it? I have 10 years of experience with piano and percussion each (even though it has been 5 or 6 since I have played those) and I can manage guitar. Am I going to drive my wife crazy with this? How long will it take to avoid "squeaking?" How long until I can play to impress non-musical folks? (I will probably practice and hour a day) Thanks!
2006-09-10 12:23:24 · 9 answers · asked by John S 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
It *is* difficult, but well worth the effort. I think the common perception is that it takes about five years to get into the violin. But you're never too old and there are a lot of advantages in trying. You might want to check out "bavs" -- Beginning Adult Violin Study on YahooGroups. Excellent forum with over 2,000 subscribers. You'll find lots of good information there, and support from others with the same concerns.
2006-09-10 13:10:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I Play Viola Which Is Almost The Same Thing as A Violin Only A Little bit Bigger And it is Incedibly Easy
2006-09-10 12:54:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Squaking doesnt always happen and suprising enough it is much easier than it looks.
People just make jokes about it. In the schools that is one of the starting instruments for kids, so it cant be that hard.
Go for it ,you wont drive her crazy.
2006-09-10 12:26:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The more you practice the sooner you will become proficient. Yes, it will drive your wife nuts, anyone who does not play never will realize how difficult it is.
2006-09-10 12:31:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once you've learned one instrument, it's much easier to learn others, especially if they're similar. You shouldn't have any trouble.
2006-09-10 12:29:21 · answer #5 · answered by spunk113 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very but give it a shot...nothing ventured nothing gained!
2006-09-10 12:26:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's easy
2006-09-10 12:25:13 · answer #7 · answered by sraditya_anna 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its easy to start with...
But HARD to MASTER!
2006-09-10 12:29:40 · answer #8 · answered by f4fanactic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not that hard
2006-09-10 12:29:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋