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Re: What is Missing?

Author: SunnyDaze
Date: 2023-05-17 07:38

Hi,

I think it would be really helpful to do a video teaching beginners how to evaluate the condition of a used instrument, just like there might be videos teaching people to check out the condition of a used car.

I think a lot of people struggle when the start because they don't know if they will be any good at the instrument, so don't want to commit a lot of funds to buy an instrument or pay for lessons. But then if they buy an instrument in really poor condition and don't get good teaching, then that makes it much more likely that they will fail, and will never reach the point where they can justify the money on a good instrument or lessons.

I think it would be great to do a video showing someone who has just bought a $40 clarinet off *that auction site* - maybe a good brand one like an old B&H - and checking out whether it is in good condition or needs work.

I've noticed that we get a lot of 40-something starters on this forum (like me) so you could aim it at adult learners of that kind of age.

One of the things I've noticed about the 40-something folks is that if they get a solid bit of success on their $40 instrument then they are much more likely to have the money and committment to go straight to a major upgrade. So understanding the advantages that a good instrument will bring is also really helpful.

For me, what that meant was that I could do grade 1 on my vintage instrument, but as soon as I needed to use the register key, I really needed to upgrade.

Thanks!

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