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**Bwvapays** · 02-05-2006, 01:27 AM

One is never really too old to learn anything. You might want to try studies in music theory, composition and arranging - inquire at a college or university near you. Ask to speak with a professor of composition. Ask yourself if you are ready to commit time, resources, blood, sweat and tears to reach your goal. Of course, there are any number of self-help books in music theory, composition and arranging but unless you are systematised in your thinking those books might not help you terribly much.

There are a few music teachers who can teach you an instrument plus the rudiments of music theory, composition and arranging and they can be of great help in getting you going.

Hope this helps you.

Cheers,

Giovanni

02-05-2006, 01:27 AM	#2
Bwvapays Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 465 Senior Member	One is never really too old to learn anything. You might want to try studies in music theory, composition and arranging - inquire at a college or university near you. Ask to speak with a professor of composition. Ask yourself if you are ready to commit time, resources, blood, sweat and tears to reach your goal. Of course, there are any number of self-help books in music theory, composition and arranging but unless you are systematised in your thinking those books might not help you terribly much. There are a few music teachers who can teach you an instrument plus the rudiments of music theory, composition and arranging and they can be of great help in getting you going. Hope this helps you. Cheers, Giovanni
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