I have never had any formal music instruction and I would like to learn to play the piano. Is it too late for me and if not, what would be the best method to learn with? Can I learn to play on a Yamaha keyboard rather than a fancy "real" piano?
2006-09-22 22:23:42 · 15 answers · asked by sohrob76 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
if people are going back to college at 40 and 50, then at 30, i think you can still learn the piano.
2006-09-22 22:26:19 · answer #1 · answered by kimberly k 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-17 06:33:02 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, yes, yes, and please do ... you'll have so much fun. And unless you live in the absolute back of nowhere, there should be someone near you who teaches *adults* to play the piano - which is a different skill set from teaching children.
I don't know whether your taste is towards 'classical' or 'other.' But as someone who was taught as a child. dropped it, picked it up and never ever regretted going back to it, I'll impart that one of life's best-kept secrets is how many very attractive pieces of classical piano are written for UK Grade V or thereabouts - which is attainable with a little application but without a nervous breakdown. I'm sure that the equivalent can be said for 'other.'
As to choice between electronic keyboard and real piano - well, an electronic keyboard doesn't need tuning, will usually have lots of different 'voices' and some built-in accompaniments, and at the top of the range the opportunity to record yourself and play back/play duets. (Also you can make the sound go through earphones, thereby avoiding what Fats Waller once gave as instructions - 'tempo annoy de neighbours.'). But I would avoid the very cheap ones that aren't sensitive to touch as a normal piano is - no transfer of training - and those that say 'follow our light display with your fingers for ease of learning' are usually not teaching you anything except despair. Also be aware that some cheap keyboards only have five octaves and a real piano has eight.
But if you were prepared to pay mid-range rather than el cheapo, you could probably do just as well on an electronic piano ... although there is huge pleasure to be had from a real piano made by a loving cabinet-maker.
My advice overall is: go into a local shop where you can try several different kinds out. If you can read music at all, take some with to try out ... and/or take a friend. And enjoy! You can do it.
2006-09-22 22:39:29 · answer #3 · answered by mrsgavanrossem 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is never too late to learn the piano. My uncle is picked it up after 40 years of age. He is well into his 5th grade already!
The best way to learn the piano is to have a teacher( preferably one with hot legs) to teach, and to practise daily, along with theory as well.
It doesn't really matter if you learn the keyboard on a Yamaha electone or a piano, but to get the better feel and touch, and to learn to master the piano, you have to play on a real one, because the way the notes resound, the way the pedal works and the way the keys are weighted are all different, the piano allows for more expression, however, you can start out either on the piano or the electone, although I would recommend the piano.
Finally, learn the scales first, that is, the C major, etc, until you are familiar with the keys of the keyboard. Then motivate yourself to practise further by learning a pop song that you love! Choose a catchy one if you are ambitious or a slow love song for ease!
( My favourite is Forbidden Love )
All the best.
2006-09-22 22:34:41 · answer #4 · answered by lkraie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For Sure!!! I am 29 and I am singer and learned guitar and piano at the age of 24... Its all about muscle memory. Yes, it will be harder for you than someone who started when they were young, but you'll get it! Just don't give up if its tough at first. You can learn to play piano just as much as somebody your age could learn to play golf or tennis, its all muscle memory my friend...
2006-09-22 23:00:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are determined to learn then what can stop you? Age does not matter when you r learning to play pianos. I have heard people more than 30 learn a lot of things.
2006-09-22 22:27:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of Course! you're never too old to learn to create music. You could basically learn on any working piano/keyboard.
2006-09-22 22:42:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No one is too old to learn anything! Just set your heart on it and try! Yes you can learn to play on a keyboard and not a fancy piano! Once you learn the keys, the rest is practice! Good luck! Music can be so much fun!!
2006-09-22 22:33:16 · answer #8 · answered by elec_tro_lux 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure I don't see why not ~ Unlike languages I don't think that it's harder to learn to play MUSICAL instruments as you age... even if so Isn't it better to have tried & failed, then to have never have tried at all? I think you should go to a music store & pick up a learners book that will help you learn the keys & how to play the notes properly & go from there. Good-Luck
2006-09-22 22:30:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
why dont you try it with the yamaha keyboard first.. if you want you can buy a self-learning book about playing the piano or you could ask someone to teach you.. I guess if you commit on playing an instrument all you need is time and determination.. its up to you if you find it fun and if you want to continue practicing. i guess you can do it if your not currently working or if you just have that enough free time.
2006-09-22 22:29:10 · answer #10 · answered by ginoscl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋