Time to Play a Musical Instrument: How to Take Up an Instrument Later in Life

by RuthSeodi (Author)

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  Paperback
  2009

  $3.25

  If you've never played an instrument before, or feel rusty from your childhood music lessons, you will find this book the perfect guide into the world of music. This book gives you a step-by-step approach to choosing your instrument, finding the right teacher, and getting you started with lessons. With it you will: Discover the pros, cons and costs of different instruments, and where to buy them; Achieve a clear understanding of the elements of music theory and practice; Discover how to get the most out of your practice and speed up your learning process; Gain a sound knowledge of how to read music; Expand your social life with new friends, holidays, courses, music societies and concerts.

  Contents: I: FINDING WHAT YOU NEED TO GET STARTED; 1. What do you want to play?; 2. Buying your instrument and accessories; 3. Renting an instrument; 4. How to find a good teacher; 5. How long will it take before I'm any good?; II: MAKING SENSE OF NOTES AND RHYTHM; 6. Getting started; 7. What's that note?; 8. Up a bit...down a bit; 9. Time for an interval; 10. Express yourself; III: PRACICE TECHNIQUES; 11. How to get the best out of your practice; 12. Sight-reading - It's all an act!; 13. Music examinations; IV: A POSITIVE CHANGE IN LIFE; 14. How music can improve your social life; 15. Know the lingo; 16. Putting it into practice!