Author: Poetry
Date: 2014-01-17 17:06
Hello all.
I know this is an almost impossible question to answer, but I'll ask you anyway.
How good do you think I'll be able to get if I start playing oboe now? I've just turned 21.
I've been singing classical music for 12 years (therefore have good diaphragm and air control), and I've taught myself to play the clarinet and played (not perfectly, but pretty nicely - with reeds 3½ and 4) for a year and I half.
I know how to read music, know everything about dynamics and so on. I've been told my a music teacher, that I'm a fast learner.
My sense of rhythm is not perfect, but great when conducted.
Is there any hope for me, if I start playing now with a teacher? I know I can't become professional, but can I be good enough to be in an ensemble or smaller orchestra if I practise almost every day?
As stated, I know it's very individual. But I just need your opinions about whether it's too late to start playing the oboe. I don't want to do it, if I can only become good enough to play for myself and friends.
And (this is a long shot) - do you think it's possible for me in any way in less than 4 years (about 3,5) to become good enough to get in to a music school that is prior to the conservatories? (I know this is very unlikely, but I really want to do something with music, but sadly hasn't chosen the right instrument yet.. so now it might be too late).
Post Edited (2014-01-17 17:26)
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