I always had an affinity for classical music, especially the melody played on the violin. I played violin for a short while (less than a year) when I was really young. Now I am 22.
Do you think I have to hire a tutor to progress further? Or are there some really helpful online resources/sites??
i was a guitarist until 18,and then started playing violin by luck!a friend of mine had a violin and i just started to play.i liked it very much i had a very good teacher for 1 year,and then conitnued my self.i am not a classical player.i am 28 now and i make my living from violin.i play with pop-jazz-rock bands,even some traditional.i cant be a classical solist(thats impossible).but i am able to play fine the melodies i am given and also to improvise on different styles from jazz rock to eastern stuff.another friend of mine started again at 24,after he stopped at 15,and he has his diploma now.so,its possible.it depends on your apettite to practice.the best way to learn in my opinion,is to play along with cds of great players,trying to copy all the things they do.its the quiqest way to play musicaly,than get confused only with technical stuff.so love it and it will come
do you know how to learn violin as an adult?
Where can i get piano/keyboard lessons online?
I want a site where i can get free software that can help me learn piano or keyboard by ear! I own a keyboard but i dnt know where to start! Please help!
Do yourself a favor and get a real, breathing, sitting-beside-you teacher. It will give major benefits in the long run. You get to respect somebody who in some cases (mine), plays a bazillion times better than you, and piano teachers give advice on more than just piano. Something a computer or somebody on YouTube can’t give you.
Good luck in the search!
Are there any singing lessons you can buy that can stand up to face to face vocal coaching?
Or do you think that face to face vocal coaching is the only way to get great results?
I’m talking about the CD/Video type of singing lessons, by the way.
I’m pretty bad at singing, but I really want to be a famous multi-instrumental in the next few years. I’m already starting to get a lot better at the guitar, piano, bass guitar and drums, but my voice has a lot of catching up to do.
Any answers are appreciated, thank you.
Personally no, I don’t think there’s anything you can do that will compare to face to face coaching with someone who is listening to you, correcting you and helping you with the specifics of your voice and the specifics of the way in which you are musically approaching something.
I do believe that cds/videos can help you, but no, not like someone standing in front of you.
Just my opinion 
Of course, I guess it depends on who the coach is!
Im 18, I want to start teaching piano lessons. Is that a good idea?
I have been playing the piano for five years. I can read music well and have books up to Repetoire level 9, but I mostly learn all the music I play by ear. A lot of people say I’m quite good. I want to take on a second job, and I was thinking maybe I could teach piano lessons to kids for a cheaper price than all the adult teachers around here. How would I go about marketing myself?
First question: Have you done piano exams? If you are in north America, go for RCM (royal conservatory of music). What level have you achieved? They are going to look for someone who is a higher level, to insure that you can teach the kids.
Second question: Which method are you going to teach? Are you a Suzuki person? Do you like Fletcher? Alfred? Bastien? Faber?
Third Question: Do you know the requirements to move up the examination levels? I would recommend you get yourself a piano syllabus and learn it WELL
These are the types of questions an informed parent will ask you. Can you answer them?
As far as marketing yourself, I would write up a little biography for example:
Jane Do has been playing piano for ___ years. She is an experienced musician who would like very much to pass her knowledge and love of music down to other people. Jane has achieved grade _____ (or performers or teachers) through __________ (exam organization, like RCM). For more information please Contact Jane Do at ___________.
Or something along those lines. One of the best ways to market yourself is by word of mouth. Tell all your friends. Make up an add. Ask your local elementary schools if they will let you put it up. You can also contact your local piano teachers association. If you are well qualified they will probably add you to their lists, so that when students from you area call looking for a teacher, they will have your name and number. Depending on where you are from, this may cost you a small amount, but is definitely worth it. Being recognzied like that by one of those associations says you are well qualified. Another option would be to contact your local examination agency (like RCM) and see if they will add you to their teacher list. Again, if you are well qualified they will, and this looks very good to prospective students.
Good luck
I have a pretty decent singing voice and have been told this also. Am I too old to go for singing lessons?
I am in my late 30s. I don’t want to take voice lessons because I think I can become a recorded artist. I just want to do it for my own benefit. If I ask a music teacher this – well of course they will say yes. They want me to hire them! Please be honest. I want to know if the human voice is capable of learning and improving this late in the game. Thanks.
Of course you can! the voice works like a muscle you can always shape it and make your technique better like learning how to manage the air so you can sing longer or stuff like that
and if it makes you happy then you sould definitely go for it
How much does a music teacher usually charge music lessons when they come to your home?
I’m bartering with a music teacher 1/2 hr lesson once a week and I massage him 1 hr twice a month but I didnt agree to that yet because I usually charge $85 for a hour So should I ask him how much he charges and if it’s a total of $60 for an hour should he have to teach me at least 45min instead of a 1/2hr once a week? Or should I just do my hour verses his hour? What would you do? Just bit the bullet or say something?
I can’t tell you current prices, but I think I paid over $60/hour 40 years ago when I was taking private lessons. If he is a real professional, I would expect it to cost far more than a massage.
where can i find a violin teacher in hyd please help na?
i have been searching for a good one but found none`
Contact St Marys Church
Cheers !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Guitar lessons on YouTube?
So, I know this is cheapskate-ish, but hey, tons of people offer it.
I don’t need step-by-step crap, I’ve been playing violin for years and have taken music theory. I need technical instruction on how to play the guitar.
So, does anyone know of YouTube channels that teach mostly technical aspects of guitar and/or bass guitar?
It could also be from some other video site, but the idea is that it’s free.
Thanks.
@dude: I don’t want somebody who spends most of the videos saying "This is called G clef, this is middle C on this line on the staff."
I want "this is how to hold the guitar, make sure your hand is…."
Oh yeah, just general technical stuff, no particular genre.
you go to youtube.com and search: guitar technical aspect lesson. Then you can see the results there…..;)
How hard is it to learn the violin?
I’ve been able to read music since I was 6 and I’ve played guitar and bass for 8 years. I taught myself piano, and I play drums, so I can keep tempo in my head. My only problem is that I’m not sure if I can get used to not having any frets. I refuse to buy a violin with frets, as I think its cheating, and not truly mastering the instrument. Any suggestions for a good beginning violin? I’m only 4 ft 11 in, so I have really tiny hands too. Thanks.
There’s no such thing as a "violin with frets." I’m not sure what you’re referring to.
The violin is difficult, but can be learned if you have patience and a good teacher. It takes a year to get really good sound, as a rule, and about five years to master all the basics.
Regarding your size, you will need to get a fractional violin; violins come in not just the full size (4/4), but 3/4, 1/2, etc..all the way down to a 1/32.
I’m taking my Violin grade 1 tomorrow any tips?
I rarely see my violin teacher, she’s probably the most unreliable person I’ve met. So I’m not really counting on her to be at my exam tomorrow. Any advice would be wonderful
Ca you go on-line and get help? There are many classes from your local college that let you work from the computer.
Study your books, if you have them. That is about all I can suggest, or a Friend in that class that is good.===