What Old Dream Still Strikes a Chord in You?

It’s never too late to learn a satisfying new skill.  A few weeks ago, I heard about a man who began practicing yoga for the first time at age 72, then went on to become a certified Yoga instructor.  Now this wonderful opportunity to learn to play the piano–no matter what your age!  Read on…

 Online PR News – 09-April-2011 –Piano lessons … so many adults would love to play piano. For many, that dream faded away with work, having children, and a life filled with things to do.

But not anymore. At least not according to online piano teacher Edward Weiss.

Weiss, a pianist, composer, and bestselling author, has a ’new age’ way for people to learn piano. For those who don’t know what that means, Weiss explains:

 “New Age music is much more than what most people think. First, it’s easy to get started playing it. Just a few chords and a bit of instruction and students are able to create something that sounds like music – usually on their first attempt. And secondly, it’s a very soothing, relaxing style to play in.”

The course Weiss teaches online now has over 100 lessons. Titles like “Reflections in Water” and “Summer Morning” abound as students learn how to improvise and compose their own music. Students are first introduced to something called the open position chord – a structure that allows for both hands to play together.

Students also have access to a message board and a special email address where they can communicate with Weiss.

When asked if learning how to play piano online is doable, Weiss remarks:

“Absolutely. We now have video and that changes the game. The lessons are explained in detail first and then it’s demonstration time. Students see what I’m doing and then use that as a springboard for their own creations.”

A free piano lesson ‘Summer Morning’ and book ‘Free to be Creative at the Piano’ are available at Weiss’s website at http://www.quiescencemusic.com

There are careers or activities I’m drawn to, that I’ve dismissed on grounds that I’m too old…Now these two reminders that there is no age limit to creativity, and no excuse for not doing what’s in your heart to pursue.  What potential passion have you ruled out?  How might you bring it into your life now?