Never Too Late: Five Tips for Adults Starting (or Restarting) an Instrument
Lots of adults tell us they wish they'd kept up the guitar, or that they've always wanted to try the drums. There's no age limit on learning an instrument. Here are five things that help.
1. Start with songs you love
Pick two or three songs you'd love to play. A good teacher will break them into parts you can manage, so you're working on real music rather than exercises you don't care about.
2. Little and often
Fifteen minutes most days does more than one long session at the weekend. Keep the instrument out of its case, somewhere you'll see it.
3. Have regular lessons
A weekly one-to-one lesson keeps you moving forward, catches bad habits early and gives you something to work on each week.
4. Record yourself
Recording yourself, even on your phone, shows you how far you've come. Later on, recording properly in a studio is a great goal to aim for.
5. Play with other people
Playing with others is where it gets fun. A jam day or weekend course with a live band is a good way to build confidence.
Adult lessons, a studio and weekend courses in Aldershot
We've joined forces with Snug Creative Hub in Aldershot. You can now have one-to-one lessons with professional musicians, record at Snug's custom-built studio, and join Guitar Breaks Jam Camps and weekenders for adult guitar and bass players, all at 30 Grosvenor Road.
Or call 01252 368330 or email admin@rockandpopfoundation.com to get started.
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