My first post

vandoren · Post by **vandoren** » Thu Mar 22, 2007 11:27 am

I have decided to teach myself the flute at 66 years of age - if this is possible !!?? I retired last year and need a 'project'. I did play the clarinet several years ago but had to give it up due to teeth problems. Therefore, I will be spending time on this Forum and may ask for help and advice now and then.

MonikaFL · Post by **MonikaFL** » Thu Mar 22, 2007 12:06 pm

Of course it's possible -that's wonderful! Welcome to the forum.

Baz · Post by **Baz** » Thu Mar 22, 2007 12:40 pm

Vandoren - If you can breathe and raise your arms to chin height, you'll do fine - so go for it! It will be challenging, but it's challenging when you're ten.

I recently heard of a guy who's 82 and just starting playing tenor sax again and loving it, so by comparison you're still in kindergarten.

Welcome to the forum. Everything you could possibly want to know about the flute (and sometimes other stuff too) is available from the gurus...

Good luck!

Band_twink_14 · Post by **Band_twink_14** » Thu Mar 22, 2007 3:33 pm

That's so cool that your picking up flute at 66. I started in sixth grade instead of 5th and I thought I was going to be behind! Don't worry I'm one of the best in my section, so if I can do it then you sure can. I do think you should fined a teacher though. Atleast tell you get the basics down. I could never imagine teaching myself. You should also fine so good books to help you. Try the Trevor Wyes books. They're great. If you want a $5.75 book, try Rubank. Have Fun!