Is it too late for me to study music in college?

Question

Right now i am a junior in high school, and i would love to study the bass or a woodwind instrument in college. I used to play the clarinet, and i already study recordings of different music in my spare time. I havent played a instrument seriously in a while though

Answer 1

dont worry its never too late. just get back on playing it, and by the time you graduate, you'll be a pro!

Answer 2

I attend West Texas A&M University as a music performance major. I play trumpet and had the same question about going in to learn piano as well as trumpet. Kind of wanted to be a more marketable performer. So I asked the university and they told me this," Have an audition with a person who specializes in that field. If your skill is more than satisfactory then you will be admitted into the beginning classes. However, if you do not meet the minimum you have a choice of taking remedial classes to meet the standard and will not receive credit for them counting towards your degree." So in short, it's never too late, just how much time and money do you want to put into saying you are a graduate of the music school. Speak with a guitar teacher at the university of your choice (if they offer it) and develop a good relatinship and begin taking lessons. In music it does not matter if you don't know chords and scales; it is the commitment you demonstrate that will let you in. Granted no person without any musical knowledge will be getting a degree short of 6 year status, but if you have past and experience and are only a junior; you have plenty of time. Practice, practice and practice; if you really want to learn guitar in college then you have to MAKE time to practice. Sorry for the long-winded answer, but I went through the same thing and didn't want to leave out any thing of relevance.

Answer 3

it's never too late. I'm 29 and I am hoping to major in either piano or voice, but I still need some lessons. However, a good teacher and lots of practice is the key. Also, there are some colleges that will let you take music lessons without being a music major or minor. Some of these schools will start you at the very beginning. Check into many different schools and see what there requirements are.

Answer 4

Natural Ablility plays a part in this, but so does drive and determination.

I had a friend who started playing the violin in college (He played the drums) and within a year, he was in the orchestra and played in the Messiah.

He was a VERY determined and focused individual and obviously had the drive to learn and some natural ability.

I also know of a girl that started ballet in her senior year in high school and went on to be accepted in a ballet company.

Again, she was very determined and went for it 150% and she had the talent.

So, I say, if you want it badly enough go for it. Don't let anyone else tell you you can't. And with luck and determination, it will happen for you.

But at the very least, you will learn an instrument, have some fun and discover some things about yourself.

Answer 5

Not at all. I've always loved listening to music, but never thought that I could really perform it at all.

The very first week of my first year in college I accompanied a friend to an audition to help bolster her confidence and provide moral support. She did an absolutely fantastic job, and after she auditioned the people holding the audition asked me to give it a try as well. I tried to get out of it, but they insisted so I sang a couple songs that I liked. And they liked it too, though they said I needed a lot of work.

I've been taking voice lessons for the past couple years and even went to perform in Rome last summer. From my personal experience, I know for a fact that you can make it happen.

Answer 6

Music school can be very competitive, with lots of students who've been playing since they were like four, if you choose to major in music. You might be able to do it, but it would require a lot of hard work and an excellent private music teacher. However, you could minor in music, or just take some music classes as electives, and that would be much more doable. Either way, I suggest you get practicing!

Good luck! =)

Answer 7

It is never too late. If you have the desire and the work ethic, you can achieve amazing things in a short period of time. It all depends on how much you put into it and whether you have a quality teacher.

I had a bass player who joined the Jazz Band I conduct last year who had never played bass. By the end of the year, he was fantastic! If you want it, really want it, then go for it!

Answer 8

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Answer 9

no, its not too late, just make sure you get into beginner classes to refresh your memory of clarinet or whatever else you plan to play. if you want to play a different instrument, you should start learning it as soon as you possibly can. Good Luck.