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PETRUS

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9. That's a common frustration.

Sun Dec 11, 2011, 12:57 PM

Dec 2011

My observation is that most people have ramps and plateaus. There's nothing to do but keep at it. The more hours you can put in each day, the better. Elapsed time counts, too. Don't underestimate the value of careful listening, too. Listen to yourself while you play (sounds obvious and goofy, but it's possible to overlook that if your attention is 100% on the charts and your fingers). Also, put tunes on and concentrate and see if you can figure out what's going on. I hope it stays fun for you!!

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I am 52 years old and about to finish my first year of piano lessons! I have to say..... [View all] Logical Dec 2011 OP

I am 52 years old also, and love playing piano Lemonwurst Dec 2011 #1

Thanks! I really appreciate music more than ever now! n-t Logical Dec 2011 #3

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Great idea... Scuba Dec 2011 #12

Keep Me In Mind Too ProfessorGAC Dec 2011 #15

That's delightful PETRUS Dec 2011 #5

I love it. Just wish I was progressing faster! Logical Dec 2011 #6

That's a common frustration. PETRUS Dec 2011 #9

You're getting good advice. When it feels like you're not making any headway.... Scuba Dec 2011 #17

Bravo! Loki Dec 2011 #7

I envy you!! Once I can get to the point where I can play "Tiny Dancer" by Elton John by memory... Logical Dec 2011 #8

I was a pro (drummer) in my 20's and then yesphan Dec 2011 #10

happy for you. Whisp Dec 2011 #13

Good for you guitar man Dec 2011 #14

What He Said ProfessorGAC Dec 2011 #16