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Re: Advice for an adult beginner

Author: KJC
Date: 2013-05-06 16:33

Hi,

I took oboe up again after basically not playing much since high school. I started playing when I was ten. I took lessons at that time from an oboist in the local orchestra. I sold my Loree in college because I needed the money for tuition and knew I wasn't good enough to play in an orchestra (maybe I should have tried harder!!). Anyway, I started up again last year, and I am in my forties as well. I immediately started lessons with an oboist playing with the local symphony where I live now. I do recommend taking lessons from a professional oboist for the following reasons:

1. You won't waste as much time practicing the wrong way;
2 You will advance more quickly (assuming you put in the time);
3. You will help support a local professional musician (always a worthy endeavor! Even the orchestral musicians frequently have low salaries.);
4. The professional oboist will give you ideas/referrals for ensemble amateur playing;
5. You will be notified of notable performances to attend before the public;
6. You will be further inspired to play by listening and playing with the professional in your lessons.

-KJC

Post Edited (2013-05-06 17:02)

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