i just picked up the violin at 16, is it still possible to go pro? or get into a university orchistra?

Question

i have learnt that some even started at 12-13 but caught up.

yup, im not new to music, i already play the piano and the drums and i sing in 3 choirs, so i know how to read music, and have a pretty good ear, i started piano last year, and im in grade 4, my teacher said i caught up pretty quickly, but i've always wanted to play violin...

Answer 1

Depends on your musical ability. There are plenty of groups that aren't too high-strung (get it?) in universities which you could probably make with hard work and decent talent.

Answer 2

With enough hard work on your part, it is certainly possible to get into a university orchestra. Many of them gladly accept players, even when they are not music majors and are average; it just means that you'll be in the back of the second violin section (which isn't as horrible as it sounds.) As for a career, it's hard for anyone to get a job in music, especially music performance. If you are serious about it, start taking private lessons immediately. Even so, it's a long shot.

Answer 3

The violin is a hard instrument to master, and a lot of people play it quite well, but if you have a solid musical background and a lot of time to devote to practice, you could get into a university orchestra. As for going pro, that's really, really tough! So unless you're the next Perlman, don't count on making a career out of it--but DO realize that playing any instrument is a very rewarding experience, and who knows?--maybe I'll see you onstage someday!

Answer 4

You do need to learn how to spell "orchestra," but a lot depends on what you mean by "pro." To get into university, you'll need a private teacher. And then, it depends on what university you're applying to. See:

As a general rule, what are the audition requirements for undergraduate programs in violin and viola?
http://beststudentviolins.com/AuditionsGigs.html#6

Answer 5

It depends on your talent, how good your teacher is, and how hard you work.

Don't expect to get into Julliard, but you do have a chance to get into a university music program. Then your ability, and the ability of your competition will decide on whether you make the orchestra or not.

And remember, with talent, ability, and hard work, nearly anything is possible.

Good Luck,
Doc

Answer 6

If you are persistent and practice daily, why not? I figure at 16 one is at his/her peak as far as learning new things. It won't be an instant learning but, just keep at it.