One of you asked me to play a song with all of these small violins I grew up on. Check out what I came up with: ruclips.net/video/gXG-09yDtIs/видео.html
i play the piano and trumpet and i practice piano 30 minuts a day im waiting to practice trumpet after summer even thoe i have my the trumpet im going into 6th grade
Rob Landes amazing video, I started loving music when I was in yr 3-4 and played the recorder and a little bit of piano till yr 6, now I'm in yr 10 and for my high school year ( 7-12 ) I wanted to learn something new, so I always wanted to play the guitar, now I am, practicing for hours,....
I play the sax and I love it, been playing since 6th grade and I'm in 9th now, there's just something about music that just gets me hooked and want to play, music opens a whole new world for creativity and expression for anyone who wants to learn an instrument or already plays one.
I started playing violin when I was 47 years old. Or more precisely, I started learning. I am now 63 and I play almost every day. I will never be very good, but the point I am trying to make is that I love it. I am so glad that I am making this effort. The physical sensation of doing it somewhat well, makes me feel good about myself. I encourage anyone who is thinking about it to go ahead. Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly. Improvement comes in time, but feeling good about it will start on day one. Thanks for the great video story.
That's awesome man. I've played for 13 years and it's the best thing I have to look forward to every day. I'm only 17 right now, and sometimes I wonder if going to college for music is a good idea. When I open my case and pluck the strings, however, I'm reminded that my true love and passion is for music. Thanks for the motivation!
Jamie Linde . Thank you for saying so. I will add that although we do not have to perform for others, that doing so can be a very good thing. I have played 62, one hour performances for the local old folks home here. they appreciate it so much and it gives me the feeling that I can do something good for others. A bonus ! I am happy for you that you got going on this when very young. you will become so good at it ! you probably are already ! So many things are arguably an utter waste of time. Music is not !
Gregory Mahaits your story reminded me of an old man that I played with in an orchestra in Germany. The orchestra wasn't professional or anything. But this man who had only been playing for a few years was a respected heart surgeon who lived a very wealthy life I'm assuming. The main part of this story is that his wife never enoureged and never supported his decision to play the violin because she didn't want them to be second class in anything. But even though he could hardly sit right in the chair during the practices, and he could hardly ever get the right sound out of the thing, he still played because it was something that he loved to do and had fun doing.
Jordan Pyles . I think that that happy Surgeon was also glad that he was permitted a position in that orchestra. It is sure good to have a nice place to be. life is grand !
Thanks for sharing your story, and it gives me hope that regardless of age one can trulla enjoy playing an instrument. I'm 42 and I just started learning to play the violin, it keeps me grounded, happy. :)
My son passed away August 9th 2020 he got hit by a car the day after his 32nd birthday your videos have been popping up on my phone and I've always loved classical music so I'm 53 years old have a little bit of arthritis but I just bought my first violin thank you for the inspiration
For those who want to skip around a bit: 0:28 - 3 yr old Open A String 0:54 - 4 yr old 1:09 - 5 yr old, Fiddle Tunes 1:25 - 7 yr old, Bach Double Concerto w/ M&M 1:49 - 7 yr old, Bach Double Halloween 2:17 - 8 yr old, Gavotte? Not sure, but most pieces I played were called Gavotte or Minuet 2:29 - 10 yr old, Minuet? 2:44 - 10 yr old, Theme from Schindler’s List 3:18 - 11 yr old, Concerto by Nardini, 1st Movement 4:17 - 13 yr old, Symphonie Espagnole by Lalo 5:16 - 29 yr old, Radioactive ruclips.net/video/zUlUKQ_vOsU/видео.html 5:35 - 30 yr old, Hallelujah goo.gl/jyeqT6
Rob Landes I've been doing martial arts for about 13 years, I'm 23 and I'm completely self taught, but through years of practice I've honed my skills and now people ask me all of the time what classes I take and I always tell them none, I've never taken any classes. One day I want to be martial arts instructor but in my opinion I still have work to do on my skills before I would feel fit to be an instructor.
I started playing the violin when I was 7. I did it for two years and then I moved to another country, so I quit my lessons until I was 13. 6 months after, my teacher moved to another city. My new teacher was terrible, my violin was so small for me and I didn't had enough money to buy another one so I stopped again. Now I'm 17, I have a new violin and I want to start and never stop again. I love this beautiful instrument so much but I'm afraid of all the time I've lost. I hope someday I could have half of the talent that you got. Thank you so much for your videos, they inspire me a lot!!! ❤️ (I'm sorry if my English isn't as good as I want to, I speak Spanish :P)
Karyme Zacamo hablas muy bien ingles! Yo hablo espanol, pero no tan bueno como hablas tu. You're young and will be able to remember much of what you learned very quickly. You are so awesome for pursuing this beautiful instrument and I wish you all the best.
Same with me and piano. I wonder what I would be like right now if I hadn't stopped lessons at 13. I started at five. I'm almost 16 now. But I do teach myself and have learned quite a bit
OH MY GOODNESS I'm on my second year of Spanish and I am honestly amazed that I understood all that Rob said like w o w GRAMMAR RULES AND EVERYTHING!! (No but I'm seriously impressed with myself because I thought I wouldn't understand a word of it ever) Regardless I agree with him!! Your English is amazing! You speak online better than kids in my class, and we're all native English speakers! I'm 16 and want to start, but I'm debating whether it's too late or not. To others, please try not to lecture me on how you're never too late; I'm half aware of this already! But I don't want to buy the instrument only to figure out that I've decided to give it up immediately. Luckily I'm as tall as I'm gonna get, and I'd only ever have to purchase one?
PendragonQueen09 Covers/Art Not being rude but I take Spanish 1, 1st QUARTER passed and I could understand and translate everything rob said. Than again we all learn at different paces.
Awesome history Rob! I love that you mention how it was hard work that made this happen. I slacked off and didn't follow through with my Piano practice assignments. Years later I regretted and tried to pick it back up but I think my time had passed. Right now I love teaching others about phone and smart home tech and I am having a blast! Congratulations on 300K!
Wow. That was really inspirational and I want to add a couple sentences from my sight. I'm 25 years old. I'm still trying to finish my school which is mechanical engineering and it's my 7th year in school. I was a terrible student with low GPAs and all and this year I made a improvement in my life which was starting to violin. Now I'm playing it for 8 months and I cannot even describe how it motivates me about my life, my studies and all. I'm not a good player at all but I really enjoy practicing it, learning new pieces, trying to get better in vibrato, sounding better with more practice. Time and dedication really matters. I'm not that sad person with full of failed lessons as I used to be.I have purpose in life now. I'm finishing my school in the middle of 2018. Can't wait to get a job and buy myself a better violin with my first salary. Most likely I'll never be so good at violin but I think I found myself a lifetime friend which helps me through hard times. For the people who hesitate because they are feeling old to start a violin or new instrument, start it tomorrow. It's not late. It only takes dedication and lots of practice and after a couple years you'll remember the day you started to playing violin as one of the best days in your life. It's definitely better to give it a shot instead of regretting of not doing it.
Hikayen gerçekten çok güzel, kemanda ve diğer çalışmalarında da bol bol eğlenmeler ve başarılar (๑˃ᴗ˂)ﻭ yorumun üzerinden ne kadar geçtiğini yeni farkediyorum, ee nasıl gidiyor :D
My parent never supported me when it comes to music, they want me to focus in my academics. In my heart, I have always dream to play the violin in front of a thousand crowd and convey my music to them. I practice the violin by myself and in a secretly matter but there are times when I get so busy in school and never got to play my violin. In the end I am still not good in playing it. I want to quit because I came to realize that my dream will never come true. I am turning 16. There is a part of me where I just couldn't give up the violin. Your video gave me inspirations so THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
Keep with it! If it's something you love, then it's worth your time. If you dedicate yourself to practice, you'll only get better over time. I believe in you!
Don't give up on it if you love it. Find a way. Don't forget that you can still take lessons as an adult...I've taught many adults and they learn very quickly! Keep at it, take risks, and doors will open for you eventually.
Please keep on playing, I was 16 when I stopped and I had the same dreams you have now. I stopped because I needed to focus on school but now I am 25 and still miss playing. Try your best to pursue your dreams, please
ampber barcelo thats how I feel right now... I have no time , I don't have a good teacher ... I love the violin and I really want to know ... but I think I can't and when I see this , it's the opposite I don't get inspired , i'm frustated and I don't know what to do :v my violin is still in its case ...
This is encouraging Rob... I started playing when I was 6 and played through 8 grade. I lost my parents when I was in H.S and turned to :cough: other ways of coping, and with the exception of a few times when someone else's violin was around, didn't touch it for literally 40 years. (my only real regret in life) My wife bought me one last Christmas and I've been playing a little every day again for the last few weeks. I'll never be "great", but hope to get to a point once again where I can entertain myself and maybe a few friends... I SO wish I had 1 recording of myself from back then, these old videos are priceless. Thanks!
Thanks for the kind words... a couple of weeks ago it sounded SO bad, but I'm really surprised after only a few weeks how far I've come. I've always been able to look at sheet music and "play it" in my head, but now I need to get my hands to cooperate again, lol.
Dont be so sorry about what others do at yoir time :). When you were 6, you enjoyed your time playing something else, while robin played violin :). Everyone have fun with different ways!
When I was 15 I took a few guitar lessons, about 1 and a half year, so I can play comfortably the basics of this instrument. At the age of 18 I started piano lessons, and here I am now, two years later, I am so happy I made that decision because piano is my passion now. Beginning an instrument in adulthood is a bit tough, I really struggle finding enough free time (I am also studying mathematics in uni), but it's definitely worth a try. Sometimes I feel like I need to give up, because I don't spend enough time studying maths and I pass subjects with low marks etc, but I just can't give up on piano, I love it so much... guys just do what you've been dreaming your whole life. Age is just a number. You won't regret it. The only key you need to succeed is practice.
That's so cool to hear! Unfortunately, for me it's too late to pursue my passion in figure skating professionally, but I'm lucky to have a passion for acting as well :) Wishing you all the best with yours! Maths must be seriously hard :'D
ANNi figure skating sounds awesome! I hope one day you will dance around on ice like a pro, even though you say it's impossible now :) Acting is surely something you can start even as an elder. Best wishes about that as well :D Thank you for your good words :) yeah actually I am not super good at maths, but I want to graduate and start teaching in schools. Piano and guitar are my partners to this journey.
Hihi thanks! :) I'm "only" 20, but for most athletes, that's almost retiring age :'D Oh well, acting is something you can do at any time, so that's cool Yeeyy go teachers! ^_^Good luck with your plans!
ANNi I know that :/ you can't be a professional athlete if you don't start early. But at least you can work out on what you like as a hobbie, nobody can tell you that you're too old. Take my father as an inspiration, he started winter swimming (in the cold winter sea, yes) when he was 50 as a relaxing activity. Now he is so fit for his age, and not only that, but he started marathon running last year, and he is 59 xD
sooo much work dude. Your hand position at 11 was better than mine after 8 years playing at school hahah. I could never keep my left wrist straight. 3 hours a day for a kid? that's intense. Congratulations on all the work and getting here today!
Sheyoni ha thank you. I was partially homeschooled so I had time to practice, but I would practice hard for 45 min and take breaks, rinse and repeat 4 times a day
I started playing the Violin when I was 11, at my middle school they offered us free lessons for a lot of different instruments and I fell in love with this beauty instantly the first time I was in front of one of them. I continued studying it until I was 15/16 and stopped because High School was too time consuming for me and I felt I wasn't good enough to do both so I gave up and stopped going to my weekly lessons. Ever since that moment for one year or two my eyes were filled with tears every single time I heard a Violin. I stopped getting emotional and now and again treated myself listening to some amazing compositions on internet. A few days ago I was in Vienna (Austria) and since then I started to miss again my violin or being able to play it. This video made me realise that maybe if I didn't stop and tried a little harder back then now I would not have the regret I have but still I love to be able to experiences and progresses that other amazing people did at playing the best musical instrument out there (imo). So people keep on trying even if it seems hard or impossible, sacrifices will be repaid, regrets instead will always be there and they will lead you to nothing. I love the content you make, you got a new subscriber here! :D
Ariana Weasley I had six teachers in seven years. None of them bothered to teach me viberato and my last teacher was really annoyed. One day I just worked it out on my own and came to class really proud of myself. He told me "stop playing with viberato."
This is the best advice on life that anyone could hear. Choose your goal, work hard for it and you will achieve. What a humble guy. I'm a truck driver. Always wanted to be a truck driver since I was 16. 50 yrs. later I'm still a truck driver. I have a great life because I'm doing what I love, not because it's the only thing I know how to do...It's because I chose this. And if I could live life over again I would choose the same path.
I'm a digital artist and I absolutely love drawing. The quote "Art is how we decorate space. Music is how we decorate time" was in mind for the longest time. Since I was already an artist, I also wanted to decorate time. One day I watched a video of a violin progress and I was inspired to try to pick up the violin. So it's been 4 months since I started and I'm really happy and proud that I decided to learn to play.
@@fres906 Wow I've been playing for three years now and picking up the violin is the best decision I've ever made! I can play intermediate pieces well and I learned how to play by ear. Currently I'm in the Suzuki book 5. Still having some struggle memorizing pieces but hard work definitely pays off!
@@monicherrie wow that's amazing! I just made my first digital drawing last month after having made my first realistic portrait on paper. I'm also on my 2nd year of learning viola. Nice to know there are people who share the same passions as me. :)
This is an excellent video. It shows how hard you have to work. I have been playing the organ for many years very badly and I have just now at age 76 begun to seriously try to learn. Life is short. Don't waste it doing mediocre or badly. You'll be sorry when you reach my age. One thing is that you are never too old to enjoy something and do it to the best of your ability. Play on.
I learned a little bit of violin in grade school but never pursued it after that. I have always loved the idea of playing. So at 62 I bought at dvd of how to play the violin and taught my grand daughter and grandson what I knew. Just the basics. I decided then to learn myself. I found a teacher, and she is teaching my granddaughter and myself. I'm 63 and learning what I missed all these years. I am determined to learn and practice, practice, practice almost every day. I love it. I watch youtube videos and have even saw yours, "Hallelujah". I'm excited to see how far I can go with this.
Im soon going to play the cello im 16 and i feel like im starting a little late but what is there to try! Im going to try my best to succeed in being a professional cellist in the end thanks for the motivation!
Bloom Swift it might be pretty hard to start cello at this age, but as long as you're not past your 20s, you should be good. If you want to be a cellist, go for it. But I must warn you. As a violinist, I can say that string instruments are very hard. Especially the cello. Even though you might not seem to make a lot of progress at first, you'll learn a lot and it's a very good learning experience. Best of luck to you.
You can start playing whatever instrument you want at whatever age you want. If you keep practicing and have good teachers you will have success!! I have fun with it! I play the cello too and love it.
I started violin at 13, which is pretty late but if you are dedicated enough you can succeed. I was shit at first but now I can say that I'm pretty good (I'm 16) Practice! Practice! Practice! It's annoying to be told that all the time but it's true. Stay dedicated and good luck!
I'm 13 and I have been playing violin for 9 years so far. I love it! But I also do a lot of musical theater and it's my dream to go to julliard and be on broadway when I'm older!!😊
I has a similar childhood, until my first real stage fright. I loved playing till then. I was so scared I forgot to bring my music on stage! I was told that I played well though and never missed a note. But, I never played again. Now, nearing retirement age I can't get it out of my mind. My grandfathers back 3 generations played, maybe it's that mixed with a pinch of mortality that has captured my mind. Someday soon maybe. Keep up creating this such beautiful music. And many blessings to you and your family.
Wow, I remember subscribing to this channel and being like wow this guy is amazing. I play the violin myself and I have been playing for 7 years (almost 14 yrs old) and I am in awe how Rob Landes plays his violin. I’m a fan now. You’re amazing and I know it does take hard work to succeed, and it definitely pays off. Huge fan!
I'm sixteen and I have a passion for playing competitive videogames. As silly as it seems, video games inspired me to take up martial arts. So now I'm putting all my time and energy on focusing on become a strong Muay Thai fighter because I love the sport so much. I've played soccer and tennis before I started martial arts, and honestly it interests me way more because I'm more focused now and it trains me mentally too. I've never had abs before! and I'm so satisfied with my health as of today. I'd like to say my passion for Muay Thai has changes my life for the better.
I spend my time practicing violin as well. I'm 15 and working on Lalo and Paganini and loads of technique stuff and practicing 5 hours a day (you know how it is) but I feel like I'm starting to miss out on a lot of stuff. So many times I have to decline offers to do things because I have a rehearsal or a lesson or I still have to practice. I make a lot of sacrifices for violin, but it's hard to find a balance. I'm not even sure if I want to pursue it as a career. But then what? What was the last 12 years of practicing and sacrificing for? I love it but sometimes it's hard to keep going, but I do it anyway, because like you said, if you put in the time and sacrifice, you will be successful.
You're so dedicated! I'm 17, started when I was 4. I played Lalo last year, but I still never practice enough. I maybe practice 2 hours a week, if that. I feel ya with the sacrifice though. After 13 years, it's a shame to consider anything but music as a career, but ya gotta pay them bills. Keep with it though. If anything, lower your practice time, but never quit. By the sounds of it, you're quite talented. Don't throw that away. I believe in you, you'll make it.
Hi Ethan. These are great questions to be asking at your age. If you feel pressured to go into a career and don't absolutely love it with all your heart, I would take time to experience new things. The classical music route is exceptionally difficult to make a living in, but if you eat, sleep, breathe, and dream classical music, then you can make it. I love playing the violin, but I discovered that I loved creating my own arrangements of rock and pop music most people already know by presenting it to them in a beautiful and compelling way. Maybe you could try experimenting with your music in a new direction? You've done amazing work, but even if you stop playing for awhile, music has taught you so much about discipline, grit, dedication, and sacrifice that you can take into any avenue of your life.
Ethan Mayer, don't listen to this Izzy character. I stopped playing violin when I was in 8th grade after 9 years of playing and it's the biggest regret of my life. As an adult, every 4th guy I know can play Free Bird and Smoke on the Water on guitar, but they can only dream of playing a violin. Take a break, change your style, and maybe you won't pursue it as a career, but you'll literally cry if 40 years from now you look back and can't play a lick... trust me... I know.
Honestly, I believe there is no such thing as talent. Those who master their craft know this the most. As an artist I didn't start out drawing masterpieces. Violinists don't pick up a violin and immediately go into an orchestra, pianists don't just lay their fingers on the keys in front of stadiums. Singers don't just walk onto stage for a concert. Writers don't just create novels. Everyone has been pouring their blood, sweat, and tears into what they do. Talent has no part in it. Every artist couldn't even draw a circle, every musician couldn't do more than three notes and have any idea what they are doing. No singer could sing a song without screwing up an octave.
I must say that I disagree. I think there is such thing as talent. I do not think that you need talent to be a master, or that you can get anywhere without a lot of practice. However, it is my opinion that talent is a thing
I believe in the idea that people are innately more gifted in certain areas than others. As a kid, I always outperformed others in sports. People just pick things up at different rates. It's understanding a difficult concept a professor is trying to teach before everyone else. Violin skill comes easier to one student than it does the next. It's only fair because I think if we aren't gifted in one area, we are bound to be gifted in another.
I'm a composer on RUclips. I've been composing for many years and I love being able to create new songs and melodies. It's so rewarding to work on a piano song and then sit back and hear the musical novel unfold after its finished. I find your channel informative and inspiring. Michael
I play the piano almost everyday and I get lessons there since 3 years and I'm happy to say that I also started playing the violin this year! Some people say that you can't learn two instruments at the same time but I think you just need to love the instruments to do it
Thanks Rob. Your video is very motivating bro. Despite i'm born in 1981 and never done something professional to express my self and my music I was always involved with hip-hop and drum n bass music in my youth i always wanted to do something serious and internet give me the time to express my self and my songs in the outer globe with soundcloud and music sharing. Now i have a family and a full time job 8 hours a day with a good salary not to complain but music is still in me. Still making drum n bass tracks but never did something serious. My time is gone i think, hope its never to late for me. But today Rob i give my 4 year son a Walther melodica piano to play together and practice for the future. He loved it instantly .When I saw your video now you made me cry bro. That was so inspirational and motivating to stick my son to play music and learn what my parents didnt learn to me. Your experience is something you grow over the years with experience and lot of practice. I'm so proud of you that you didnt give up. Keep up bro . Music is my life and my Dream and my escape everyday in my live. Happy new year and wish you the best for 2018.
Im 35 years old and always wanted to learn how to play the violin. Just a week ago I bought one but I had to bring it to the Violin Outlet here in Las Vegas. I'm still excitedly to play Open Notes again and grow with in this skill. I've been a cook for the past decade but thinking about moving my career to education. I have two young sons and I want to impact their life's and show them that with practicing you can become anything. You just have to try and keep trying, Never give up, never surrender.
Very nice Rob! It is nice to see the progression of someone's learning an instrument. Unfortunately I don't have videos or photos of when I started playing the guitar or keyboard but they're all in my mind! Everything. From my first songs that I tried to learn on the keyboard and the guitar. The struggle every time I tried to tune my guitar. The first time I changed strings! Awesome times! Keep playing Rob! Music is everything! That's what keeps me calm today!
Dimitris Fatisis thanks brotha. Yeah, my grandma and parents were awesome at documenting everything. Music is one of the most calming influences in the world.
This is awesome keep it going. !! I spend my time playing my violin 🎻 I am not a professional at it but i practice and try everyday and I enjoy playing violin!😊
Rob Landes thx my mom was the on who found you on RUclips and she shared it with me and right away I hade to subscribe and watch your videos you are encouraging m everyday 😊😊
Three years later, my first time watching this video. I would like to say as of recent personal events I stopped trying to learn the guitar. I had only been a few months in untill my reason to play became a threat to my sanity, my dad. Now I won't go into detail but I think I could pick up that guitar again. And maybe just maybe get good at it. Thank you for all the laughs, distractions from reality, and content that keeps me down to Earth. Thank you Rob Landes.
I started playing the cello in 4th grade, but my parents never forced me to practice every day. I ended up playing out of school only about once a month or less. That was until a year ago when I was 15 and I watched Mischa Maisky play Bach Cello Suite 3 Bourree. I listened to that for at least 100 loops, then decided that I could play this piece if I put in some effort outside of school. That was the first time I've really gotten genuinely excited about playing, and I've been going for a year straight since then, playing average three hours a day completely self-motivated. I'm trying to make up all the lost practice time back in elementary school. My favorite is still the Cello Suites, but I'm expanding now to Elgar and Haydn with the help of my great private teacher (who I think also gave me some inspiration). I hope to continue to get better at the current rate I am and maybe (hopefully) be as good as any professional soloist. Kinda wish my parents would've forced me to play every day like your did, but now I just need to put in a little more effort and thought into my practice. (Love your story btw)
I love fiddle tunes. So sweet. As far as things I am working on...I am trying to build a strong family and raise my little ones right. It will take years and years. Thank you for this inspiring video.
Hi, I am a 12 year old girl who is a 'violin geek' as my friends call, me I LOVE playing the violin,I love my violin named etc.And I started when I was around 7 years old, it was a chore to me getting out my violin at the start was torture I cried about some times but as I have aged passing all my grades so far with a distinction I have started thoroughly enjoying practice,I have come across on RUclips and watched all of your videos,I have watched this one and I find it extremely moving especially around the end when you said that you work for it, and that is so true it doesn't come easy and I have a long way to go yet but I can almost tell violin is going to be a big part of my life. I believe i may not quite come to your level you are an INCREDIBLY talented man for the age you are you are gifted,special and amazing and many words words that I can't explain an i do hope you reply and post more amazing videos. Many thx
Currently, I have been playing violin for 5 years and viola for 4 years. You were my biggest inspiration. A lot of my classmates say that learning the violin/viola is an easy task as you just have to move your hands. I showed them your vid to prove that learning violin/viola is not just moving your hands but in order for you to play well, you have to also play from yor heart and I can see that with you. Thanks again for making me the violinist/violist I am today.
Hello Rob, I was an active duty in the Air Force for 20 years as a vehicle mechanic. I retired from the AF and got a civilian job for the AF as a Fire truck and Refueling truck mechanic. So today I continue to serve our country. That is what I do. But it makes me happy to listen to your music. You are a great American Rob Landes.
I played the violin since the age of 7. I kinda did like it because I had potential and stuff, but music wasn't actually my life until I moved to America (I'm Russian). I started playing viola, I actually enjoy it (despite people saying violas are bad cuz they not ). I try to practice at least 2 hrs a day. Music is totally my life now, and I definitely have the passion to do it. I only 13 years old and I hope I will make a lot of progress in the future:))
Yes, I agree. Rob is a fantastic violinist, he deserves more. But maybe many people are not Interested in orchestra instrument music. I think many people like vocal music.
My son is a professional oboe and musical director. I stopped counting how many times he wanted to quit. No money, no prospects, etc. I constantly encouraged him , although I thought that he would never be able to make a living at his craft. Has BA and Masters in Oboe performance. Time and time again going to auditions with no takers. You have a musical gift - nobody wants. -Finally found oboe position in a Mexican Symphony Orchestra - pay is lousy, but at least he is performing his craft. Now is musical director for a Sistema orchestra. Pay is lousy, hours are lousy, but he is a musician. I am glad you returned to become a musician. Glad you are a member of that group.
I started playing the violin in 4th grade. I played all through collage and further, until one fateful day a dirty landlord broke in to my apartment and stole my violin. I've been plaged with depression and anxiety ever since, to the point where I cannot have a job anymore. This was 7 years ago. I am 31 now. Your videos have reminded me of that feeling of love I once had as a violinist and has inspired me to seek a new violin, however poor quality, and play again. I thank you with all my heart.
Same, I’ve been playing for 13 years since I was late age of 2. I am now playing passion confession it’s pretty beautiful and I just finished meditation :)
I started playing violin at.. pretty much eight years old. I'm still learning yes, but I'm pretty good for my age. My teacher was impressed. I have never quit and love it a lot. Music is a great path to pursue
Thank you for this video, not often we get to see what it actually takes to get to a level that can be considered a success. It is a great reminder of the less popular side of it, the hard work and probably more important the consistency involved. I won't say sacrifice because when you're passioned and dedicated to something it doesn't really feel like a sacrifice. Cheers for you!
Rob Landes Damn man, at 13 Lalo sounded really good, in my country that piece is usually gets played at 15 Is 13 a common age to play that in the US or where you studied?
Rob Landes The Largo (from Vivaldi's Winter) and Spigel Im Spigel Arvo Part... I'm not sure if that's even the correct spelling. I always loved Nigel Kennedy's Largo best, but if you do it, I'd totally buy it! I've heard several Spigels, but only one of them made my spine tingle, the others were just fab. I'm desperate to gear it played that we'll again. It was on a classical channel on the radio and I didn't catch who it was. I LOVE your playing and just sent it to my husband and sisters :)
I was pretty much discouraged reading the stuff online about why the violin is like one of the worst first choices. Thanks a ton. I'm definitely reconsidering my decision. Subscribed!
This is so inspiring. My little sister just started the violin so this is something I'm gonna show her. I am a writer. My friends and others often told me it wouldn't make me any money but my family was so supportive. I was blessed to marry a good man who supports me so that I can stay at home and do what I'm passionate about. Being a writer comes easy to me but it takes hard work and a lot of facing rejection. Publishers turned down my books countless times but funny God came through and one of them accepted. My first two books will be published soon and it's my dream. Thank you so much for sharing this
Being talented IS actually like winning the lottery, by definition of the words. That's why a lot of artists and musicians get offended when they are told they are talented, or at least dislike the word. You don't have talent. You have an amazing skill that you have honed and practiced for nearly 30 years. "Talent" implies you're just good naturally and don't need practice, and the concept of talent is ridiculous. You are, how ever, very very good at what you do. I found you about an hour ago, watched a bunch of videos. Subscribed, man. I love your covers.
Musical skill usually runs in the family especially with some of us Koreans. My mom was a classical pianist and we were always surrounded by the greats from Beethoven down to Tchaikovsky. Thanks for sharing because it brought back memories but my hindsight never followed all the way through. Bravo Rob and you have a follower.
I started playing the violin last July. I enjoy playing the violin and even after putting the violin and pick it up sometime later. Once I start playing. Your story has inspired me to become better at playing the violin. Thank you!
ive been a professional artist since the age of ten, but ive always admired the violin and the saxophone. i played the saxophone for two years and then i switched to piano. i was always discouraged by my teachers when they told me to give up and i wasnt going to make it as an artist.. and since i never gave up i now own my own art store, i got my tattoo apprenticeship when i was 16, and im 19 now... im getting back into music, and im going to practice violin, and get back to playing the saxophone.. i admire people like you who live your dreams, and inspire others.
I am choking for several hours per day. I have a severe LPR and no money to resolve it. But i am not jealous of anyone. Such stories of people doing what they are passionate about, prevents me from commiting suicide. I hope one day there will be an easy cure for this disease from hell.
Joan D'Arc Thanks for your attention. I live in Slovenia. ( small country between Hungary and Italy, 2 millions inhabitants). Health system sucks here. Politicians steal money from 'health bag', sorry,dont know the other word. Doctors said i am faking and overreacting, while i have visibly swollen everything from nose to chest, and i scare people when i show my throat( it is not contagious cause it is not virus or bacteria, but failed muscles of esophagus).
Uroš Peteh I believe this link can help you. my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lpr I don't know if you already know the things in the article but I hope it helps!
Kaylee Gunderson Thanks. I know already all that, have been reading articles for five years desperately trying to find an answer. But it isnt acid that is culprit in lpr, it is more enzyme pepsin that inflammes everything on it's way from nose to chest. Antacids and proton pump inhibitors dont work for me. It helps people with heartburn only. I need a surgery.
Ah, I am so sorry to hear this! I can't imagine what you must have to go through, but I admire your strength to persevere and carry on. I'm glad this video does a little bit to help you through your difficult times. God bless you.
Wow! Rob great video. I have been playing the banjo every morning now 2 years and I still will not let people hear me. I am not that good at all. Cant say nothing to show for the 2 yrs. At 77 yrs old it keeps my mind going. What holds it all together for me is I love playing even though I never played any thing b4 that. I have seen progress in the 2 yrs. I own a violin, banjo-lele, and a Appalachian dulcimer. And ,now proud owner of 2 banjos, blue grass the other country. You see music has a way of getting a hold on you. I do plan to play them all some day. Thank you Rob you touched a nerve of mine.
Rob thank you for posting this video! It truly helps me! I started playing the violin at 38(its my 3rd instrument after piano and flute) and even though its the most difficult I ever played its the most rewarding may be because I'm an adult now. What you say about practice and sacrifice is totally true! It took me a year to learn to hold the bow properly and several oThers to train my left fingers to fall right where they're supposed too! I play every year at recitals but this last one I was able to play my first concerto piece and enjoy it! That day something happened and I felt like an invisible glass ceiling broke and gave me such a boost that I'm confident now I can play anything if I practice and try hard! I believe I can do it! I just turned 52 and I'm enjoying playing more than ever.I've had awesome teachers but the one I have now has helped me and encouraged me so much that I keep on pressing on! Rob you've encouraged me with this video! I wish I was younger but...thank God I can play at 52! God bless you!!!
I am from Africa, I have been training really hard and sacrificing my blood sweat and tears for the on thing I love, running. I started when I was 3 and my dad would take me outside everyday to train me, my dad was in the Olympics and now so am I, I am Usain Bolt.
kristian justin I'm truly humbled to hear you say that. Continue pushing yourself, being creative, taking risks, and pay attention to what excites you. You'll be great.
That final speech is what I try to say to other people. I'm studying art and design, I'd start drawing when I was 16. When someone sees my work (I'm 20), usually says: ''you're so talented, you were born with a gift''. That's not true. All is due to hardworking and not giving up. Please, whoever is reading this: don't give up, even when you don't have support when it seems impossible. At least you could say that you tried. Thank you so much for the video Rob
Zu krass Then why did you say that? For what? Obviously, your comment is an act of disrespect for Asian people. It's not different from other acts like squinting. I saw many celebrities apologize for their fault-being rude to Asian. I guess it would be good if I could hear your apology.
LQW Vibes you can start at any time, and yes I would recommend a private teacher to anyone playing an instrument. It's very hard to progress without one.
In my experience I'd say do it. I myself am 26 and I just started learning violin 2 years ago.I started with getting professional lessons once a week. Now i only get them twice a month- At this point i can basically teach myself the songs and I use my teacher to help check my technique, rhythm, etc. to make sure I'm on track. I wanted to learn violin ever since i was a child but couldn't. So now that I have the opportunity to learn I love learning it and almost always enjoy practicing.
I once heard a story that an 80-year-old woman regretted not to learn violin at the age of 60, then at least she would have played for 20 years. It's never too late.
You definitely can! As long as you have the time and money to put into it, it's definitely possible. I would take lessons at least once a week until you can read music and understand rhythms, accidentals, and all of that type of stuff. I myself started when I was 4, so I'm not sure what it's like to start when you're "older". I know of many adults that want to play when they've never touched an instrument before that end up quitting right away. It's tough, and practice is very very important in order to progress. I believe though that anyone can learn if they put their heart into it. After 13 years of playing the violin, I can definitely say that it is the single most important thing to me and I can't imagine a life without it. I believe in you!
I'm now 18 and have played the piano my whole life, but I have never constantly put in a lot of work. You have encouraged me to put more quality time into practicing because, it will produce worth while results. Thank you!
I attended one of your concerts a little while ago and was so impressed!! My violin teacher told me that she studied at BYU the same time you did! Thank you for sharing your story, it is amazing to know that you had to work hard to become where you are at today! Thank you for sharing this!
Ugh I'm so jealous lol I really want to learn to play violin I've been playing guitar for a couple years now but I just can never find the time to start violin
It is quite time consuming. Especially starting fresh. If you got yourself an instrument and at least one lesson a week, though (45-60 min lessons) I think it's possible. At least you already got down reading music, rhythms, and that type of stuff! If it's something you wanna so, go for it! I've played for 13 years and I couldn't be happier!
I think you should do it. I recently took up guitar after playing piano for the past 3 years and I find the process is much smoother and genuinely feels easier after already playing one instrument. you should defo go for it
I've been playing violin for 6 years now (I'm 12) and I think this inspires me to try better at it. I haven't enjoyed it much until now, but I'd like to put more into, and find out what I like to play.
One tip from me. Never ever think that you practiced enough. I used to practice about 1-2 hours a day on violin when i was in middle school. Now after practicing even 4 hours i know, how little i did and i just want next day to come to start doing the rest. And the same thing every day ;) And never practice too much. Perlman, the best of the best says that 5 hours a day is enough. Cheers
Your last few words wraps it up so well. Dedication to something over a long period of time brings out something special. Yes as kids we do not comprehend the sacrifices our parents makes to get us where we are. You sir are a gentleman and I which you much fortune and success on the road ahead.
I started playing piano when i was about 7 years old... i finished musical school last year at the age of 13... i was sometimes feeling lazy to practice piano even if a ton of people told me that i am talented... those words made me realize that i am just waisting what someone gave me so i started enjoying what am i playing and i started doing it for myself because classic music really calms me down and i feel wonderful playing it.
Mr. Landes few days back I saw your you tube channel playing the 5 stages of many songs.. I just loved it... You are an awesome violinist and an inspiration for me
Thanks for making this video Rob. Its message for me is that playing the violin doesn’t have to be a chore and CAN be fun! I started playing the violin at school aged ten. Like you, I spent hours on end for years practicing classical music in my teens and was “propelled” forward by words of encouragement like “you’re very good” and so on. And where I came from that was probably true. I got a little indoctrinated with the naive idea that I could actually achieve something with it. But when I got to music college and saw the “bigger picture” things snapped into perspective: I was just a minnow in a very big pond. I left music school and went to university instead. Today I’m 62 and I’ve barely touched my violin in decades. Watching you play makes me understand that it’s NOT a competition and we can all enjoy making music at any level. So my violin is back out again and I’m having genuine fun exploring different styles of music such as Irish reels: something I would never have considered in my “serious” period. All the very best.
One of you asked me to play a song with all of these small violins I grew up on. Check out what I came up with: ruclips.net/video/gXG-09yDtIs/видео.html
i play the piano and trumpet and i practice piano 30 minuts a day im waiting to practice trumpet after summer even thoe i have my the trumpet im going into 6th grade
I play piano usually 3-4 hours a day right after school until I go to sleep
Rob Landes amazing video, I started loving music when I was in yr 3-4 and played the recorder and a little bit of piano till yr 6, now I'm in yr 10 and for my high school year ( 7-12 ) I wanted to learn something new, so I always wanted to play the guitar, now I am, practicing for hours,....
I play the sax and I love it, been playing since 6th grade and I'm in 9th now, there's just something about music that just gets me hooked and want to play, music opens a whole new world for creativity and expression for anyone who wants to learn an instrument or already plays one.
i play the cello
say a thanks to your parents from and most of all to grandma who gifted to you the first violin!
Bahman S Yar I will!!
I started playing violin when I was 47 years old. Or more precisely, I started learning. I am now 63 and I play almost every day. I will never be very good, but the point I am trying to make is that I love it. I am so glad that I am making this effort. The physical sensation of doing it somewhat well, makes me feel good about myself. I encourage anyone who is thinking about it to go ahead. Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly. Improvement comes in time, but feeling good about it will start on day one.
Thanks for the great video story.
That's awesome man. I've played for 13 years and it's the best thing I have to look forward to every day. I'm only 17 right now, and sometimes I wonder if going to college for music is a good idea. When I open my case and pluck the strings, however, I'm reminded that my true love and passion is for music. Thanks for the motivation!
Jamie Linde . Thank you for saying so. I will add that although we do not have to perform for others, that doing so can be a very good thing. I have played 62, one hour performances for the local old folks home here. they appreciate it so much and it gives me the feeling that I can do something good for others. A bonus !
I am happy for you that you got going on this when very young. you will become so good at it ! you probably are already ! So many things are arguably an utter waste of time. Music is not !
Gregory Mahaits your story reminded me of an old man that I played with in an orchestra in Germany. The orchestra wasn't professional or anything. But this man who had only been playing for a few years was a respected heart surgeon who lived a very wealthy life I'm assuming. The main part of this story is that his wife never enoureged and never supported his decision to play the violin because she didn't want them to be second class in anything. But even though he could hardly sit right in the chair during the practices, and he could hardly ever get the right sound out of the thing, he still played because it was something that he loved to do and had fun doing.
Jordan Pyles . I think that that happy Surgeon was also glad that he was permitted a position in that orchestra. It is sure good to have a nice place to be. life is grand !
Thanks for sharing your story, and it gives me hope that regardless of age one can trulla enjoy playing an instrument. I'm 42 and I just started learning to play the violin, it keeps me grounded, happy. :)
My son passed away August 9th 2020 he got hit by a car the day after his 32nd birthday your videos have been popping up on my phone and I've always loved classical music so I'm 53 years old have a little bit of arthritis but I just bought my first violin thank you for the inspiration
I'm so sorry :(
I'm so sorry for you
That's so sad. If i we're at your place, i will completely stop everything and be depressed
Sorry for your loss. I'm 45 and I am planning on getting my first violin too. It was Robs videos that inspired me as well.
I'm so sorry :(
"I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who practiced one kick 10,000 times" - Bruce Lee
Amazing Rob, you were a cutie when you younger, you’re handsome
Yup your right
I agree
Very hecking true😃😃
U mean that now Rob landes is ugly
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The unexpected motivational speech at the end was so good 😍
+Taktik Pur thank you!!! I'm so glad you liked it!
Taktik Pur
Ik I wanna cry
@@RobLandes you are amazing Rob and your mother also very amazing videos everyone should take inspiration from you .....:(θ‿θ)
Hard work paid off! It takes consistent sacrifice 😤 Inspiring
For those who want to skip around a bit:
0:28 - 3 yr old Open A String
0:54 - 4 yr old
1:09 - 5 yr old, Fiddle Tunes
1:25 - 7 yr old, Bach Double Concerto w/ M&M
1:49 - 7 yr old, Bach Double Halloween
2:17 - 8 yr old, Gavotte? Not sure, but most pieces I played were called Gavotte or Minuet
2:29 - 10 yr old, Minuet?
2:44 - 10 yr old, Theme from Schindler’s List
3:18 - 11 yr old, Concerto by Nardini, 1st Movement
4:17 - 13 yr old, Symphonie Espagnole by Lalo
5:16 - 29 yr old, Radioactive ruclips.net/video/zUlUKQ_vOsU/видео.html
5:35 - 30 yr old, Hallelujah goo.gl/jyeqT6
15 years old and been playing violin since 3 much like you
This is how all of us should raise our children.
I just started playing the violin about a week ago. :)
I hope some day I can join an orchestra as well.
Rob Landes I've been doing martial arts for about 13 years, I'm 23 and I'm completely self taught, but through years of practice I've honed my skills and now people ask me all of the time what classes I take and I always tell them none, I've never taken any classes. One day I want to be martial arts instructor but in my opinion I still have work to do on my skills before I would feel fit to be an instructor.
Joe Duke Wow that's amazing! Sounds like a lot of complex work!
I started playing the violin when I was 7. I did it for two years and then I moved to another country, so I quit my lessons until I was 13. 6 months after, my teacher moved to another city. My new teacher was terrible, my violin was so small for me and I didn't had enough money to buy another one so I stopped again.
Now I'm 17, I have a new violin and I want to start and never stop again. I love this beautiful instrument so much but I'm afraid of all the time I've lost.
I hope someday I could have half of the talent that you got. Thank you so much for your videos, they inspire me a lot!!! ❤️
(I'm sorry if my English isn't as good as I want to, I speak Spanish :P)
Karyme Zacamo hablas muy bien ingles! Yo hablo espanol, pero no tan bueno como hablas tu. You're young and will be able to remember much of what you learned very quickly. You are so awesome for pursuing this beautiful instrument and I wish you all the best.
Same with me and piano. I wonder what I would be like right now if I hadn't stopped lessons at 13. I started at five. I'm almost 16 now. But I do teach myself and have learned quite a bit
OH MY GOODNESS
I'm on my second year of Spanish and I am honestly amazed that I understood all that Rob said like w o w GRAMMAR RULES AND EVERYTHING!!
(No but I'm seriously impressed with myself because I thought I wouldn't understand a word of it ever)
Regardless I agree with him!! Your English is amazing! You speak online better than kids in my class, and we're all native English speakers!
I'm 16 and want to start, but I'm debating whether it's too late or not. To others, please try not to lecture me on how you're never too late; I'm half aware of this already! But I don't want to buy the instrument only to figure out that I've decided to give it up immediately. Luckily I'm as tall as I'm gonna get, and I'd only ever have to purchase one?
Trust that you'll always get better even if you stop praticing.
Life teachs you emotions. Emotions help you to express better while playing music.
PendragonQueen09 Covers/Art Not being rude but I take Spanish 1, 1st QUARTER passed and I could understand and translate everything rob said. Than again we all learn at different paces.
Awesome history Rob! I love that you mention how it was hard work that made this happen. I slacked off and didn't follow through with my Piano practice assignments. Years later I regretted and tried to pick it back up but I think my time had passed. Right now I love teaching others about phone and smart home tech and I am having a blast! Congratulations on 300K!
You can practise smth even if you are 40. Dont make another mistake which prevents you from practising
Wow. That was really inspirational and I want to add a couple sentences from my sight. I'm 25 years old. I'm still trying to finish my school which is mechanical engineering and it's my 7th year in school. I was a terrible student with low GPAs and all and this year I made a improvement in my life which was starting to violin. Now I'm playing it for 8 months and I cannot even describe how it motivates me about my life, my studies and all. I'm not a good player at all but I really enjoy practicing it, learning new pieces, trying to get better in vibrato, sounding better with more practice. Time and dedication really matters. I'm not that sad person with full of failed lessons as I used to be.I have purpose in life now. I'm finishing my school in the middle of 2018. Can't wait to get a job and buy myself a better violin with my first salary. Most likely I'll never be so good at violin but I think I found myself a lifetime friend which helps me through hard times. For the people who hesitate because they are feeling old to start a violin or new instrument, start it tomorrow. It's not late. It only takes dedication and lots of practice and after a couple years you'll remember the day you started to playing violin as one of the best days in your life. It's definitely better to give it a shot instead of regretting of not doing it.
Hikayen gerçekten çok güzel, kemanda ve diğer çalışmalarında da bol bol eğlenmeler ve başarılar (๑˃ᴗ˂)ﻭ yorumun üzerinden ne kadar geçtiğini yeni farkediyorum, ee nasıl gidiyor :D
How are you doing now? How have you improved?
My parent never supported me when it comes to music, they want me to focus in my academics. In my heart, I have always dream to play the violin in front of a thousand crowd and convey my music to them. I practice the violin by myself and in a secretly matter but there are times when I get so busy in school and never got to play my violin. In the end I am still not good in playing it. I want to quit because I came to realize that my dream will never come true. I am turning 16. There is a part of me where I just couldn't give up the violin. Your video gave me inspirations so THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
Keep with it! If it's something you love, then it's worth your time. If you dedicate yourself to practice, you'll only get better over time. I believe in you!
Don't give up on it if you love it. Find a way. Don't forget that you can still take lessons as an adult...I've taught many adults and they learn very quickly! Keep at it, take risks, and doors will open for you eventually.
Please keep on playing, I was 16 when I stopped and I had the same dreams you have now. I stopped because I needed to focus on school but now I am 25 and still miss playing. Try your best to pursue your dreams, please
ampber barcelo thats how I feel right now... I have no time , I don't have a good teacher ... I love the violin and I really want to know ... but I think I can't and when I see this , it's the opposite I don't get inspired , i'm frustated and I don't know what to do :v my violin is still in its case ...
Andrea maybe we were not born to be a violinist hahaha but if we really want to learn we must not give up :)
This is encouraging Rob... I started playing when I was 6 and played through 8 grade. I lost my parents when I was in H.S and turned to :cough: other ways of coping, and with the exception of a few times when someone else's violin was around, didn't touch it for literally 40 years. (my only real regret in life) My wife bought me one last Christmas and I've been playing a little every day again for the last few weeks. I'll never be "great", but hope to get to a point once again where I can entertain myself and maybe a few friends... I SO wish I had 1 recording of myself from back then, these old videos are priceless. Thanks!
What a sad but beautiful story. I wish you well, don't give up!
Thanks for the kind words... a couple of weeks ago it sounded SO bad, but I'm really surprised after only a few weeks how far I've come. I've always been able to look at sheet music and "play it" in my head, but now I need to get my hands to cooperate again, lol.
Nick Cifonie give it a few years. You’ll be great! You’ve got time!!
Still one of the great violinist I know and ever heard.👏👏👏
chimin yang I am honored, 😊 thank you
It’s amazing that the Violin you’re grandma gave you was the spark for your whole career.
Kids: Trick or treat
Rob: Here’s a song.
I guess it’s a trick.
& one M&M.
Dont be so sorry about what others do at yoir time :). When you were 6, you enjoyed your time playing something else, while robin played violin :). Everyone have fun with different ways!
When I was 15 I took a few guitar lessons, about 1 and a half year, so I can play comfortably the basics of this instrument. At the age of 18 I started piano lessons, and here I am now, two years later, I am so happy I made that decision because piano is my passion now. Beginning an instrument in adulthood is a bit tough, I really struggle finding enough free time (I am also studying mathematics in uni), but it's definitely worth a try. Sometimes I feel like I need to give up, because I don't spend enough time studying maths and I pass subjects with low marks etc, but I just can't give up on piano, I love it so much...
guys just do what you've been dreaming your whole life. Age is just a number. You won't regret it. The only key you need to succeed is practice.
That's so cool to hear! Unfortunately, for me it's too late to pursue my passion in figure skating professionally, but I'm lucky to have a passion for acting as well :)
Wishing you all the best with yours! Maths must be seriously hard :'D
ANNi figure skating sounds awesome! I hope one day you will dance around on ice like a pro, even though you say it's impossible now :)
Acting is surely something you can start even as an elder. Best wishes about that as well :D
Thank you for your good words :) yeah actually I am not super good at maths, but I want to graduate and start teaching in schools. Piano and guitar are my partners to this journey.
Hihi thanks! :) I'm "only" 20, but for most athletes, that's almost retiring age :'D Oh well, acting is something you can do at any time, so that's cool
Yeeyy go teachers! ^_^Good luck with your plans!
ANNi I know that :/ you can't be a professional athlete if you don't start early. But at least you can work out on what you like as a hobbie, nobody can tell you that you're too old. Take my father as an inspiration, he started winter swimming (in the cold winter sea, yes) when he was 50 as a relaxing activity. Now he is so fit for his age, and not only that, but he started marathon running last year, and he is 59 xD
sooo much work dude. Your hand position at 11 was better than mine after 8 years playing at school hahah. I could never keep my left wrist straight. 3 hours a day for a kid? that's intense. Congratulations on all the work and getting here today!
Same my left hand is always crooked lol
Sheyoni ha thank you. I was partially homeschooled so I had time to practice, but I would practice hard for 45 min and take breaks, rinse and repeat 4 times a day
I started playing the Violin when I was 11, at my middle school they offered us free lessons for a lot of different instruments and I fell in love with this beauty instantly the first time I was in front of one of them. I continued studying it until I was 15/16 and stopped because High School was too time consuming for me and I felt I wasn't good enough to do both so I gave up and stopped going to my weekly lessons. Ever since that moment for one year or two my eyes were filled with tears every single time I heard a Violin. I stopped getting emotional and now and again treated myself listening to some amazing compositions on internet. A few days ago I was in Vienna (Austria) and since then I started to miss again my violin or being able to play it. This video made me realise that maybe if I didn't stop and tried a little harder back then now I would not have the regret I have but still I love to be able to experiences and progresses that other amazing people did at playing the best musical instrument out there (imo). So people keep on trying even if it seems hard or impossible, sacrifices will be repaid, regrets instead will always be there and they will lead you to nothing.
I love the content you make, you got a new subscriber here! :D
Wow, he had his vibrato at 8 years old! I'm 13 and just started learning it😂
Ariana Weasley I had six teachers in seven years. None of them bothered to teach me viberato and my last teacher was really annoyed. One day I just worked it out on my own and came to class really proud of myself. He told me "stop playing with viberato."
IK! I've been working on my vibrato for a maybe 8 months now and his was so much better than mine!
Same! How long have you been playing?
Haha I'm like 26 and just started learning violin..
Same
This is the best advice on life that anyone could hear. Choose your goal, work hard for it and you will achieve. What a humble guy. I'm a truck driver. Always wanted to be a truck driver since I was 16. 50 yrs. later I'm still a truck driver. I have a great life because I'm doing what I love, not because it's the only thing I know how to do...It's because I chose this. And if I could live life over again I would choose the same path.
I'm a digital artist and I absolutely love drawing. The quote "Art is how we decorate space. Music is how we decorate time" was in mind for the longest time. Since I was already an artist, I also wanted to decorate time. One day I watched a video of a violin progress and I was inspired to try to pick up the violin. So it's been 4 months since I started and I'm really happy and proud that I decided to learn to play.
Hi! How is your progress now?
@@fres906 Wow I've been playing for three years now and picking up the violin is the best decision I've ever made! I can play intermediate pieces well and I learned how to play by ear. Currently I'm in the Suzuki book 5. Still having some struggle memorizing pieces but hard work definitely pays off!
@@monicherrie wow that's amazing! I just made my first digital drawing last month after having made my first realistic portrait on paper. I'm also on my 2nd year of learning viola. Nice to know there are people who share the same passions as me. :)
When you said your mom was making you practice half an hour a day I thought 'Go thank your mom'. She did a fine thing because you play beautiful.
+RandomTorok I thanked her yesterday :)
So how much do you practice now?
+RandomTorok depends on if I'm getting ready for a show. If so, I'll do 3 hrs a day, but if not, sometimes I'll go a few days without playing.
This is an excellent video. It shows how hard you have to work. I have been playing the organ for many years very badly and I have just now at age 76 begun to seriously try to learn. Life is short. Don't waste it doing mediocre or badly. You'll be sorry when you reach my age. One thing is that you are never too old to enjoy something and do it to the best of your ability. Play on.
Linda Gross these are words of wisdom. Thank you so much for sharing Linda.
I learned a little bit of violin in grade school but never pursued it after that. I have always loved the idea of playing. So at 62 I bought at dvd of how to play the violin and taught my grand daughter and grandson what I knew. Just the basics. I decided then to learn myself. I found a teacher, and she is teaching my granddaughter and myself. I'm 63 and learning what I missed all these years. I am determined to learn and practice, practice, practice almost every day. I love it. I watch youtube videos and have even saw yours, "Hallelujah". I'm excited to see how far I can go with this.
You are awesome, I'm showing this to my 5 and 8 year old as they practice and inspire to play . It's a beautiful journey, thank you for sharing!!
Im soon going to play the cello im 16 and i feel like im starting a little late but what is there to try! Im going to try my best to succeed in being a professional cellist in the end thanks for the motivation!
Bloom Swift it might be pretty hard to start cello at this age, but as long as you're not past your 20s, you should be good. If you want to be a cellist, go for it. But I must warn you. As a violinist, I can say that string instruments are very hard. Especially the cello. Even though you might not seem to make a lot of progress at first, you'll learn a lot and it's a very good learning experience. Best of luck to you.
You can start playing whatever instrument you want at whatever age you want. If you keep practicing and have good teachers you will have success!! I have fun with it! I play the cello too and love it.
I started violin at 13, which is pretty late but if you are dedicated enough you can succeed. I was shit at first but now I can say that I'm pretty good (I'm 16) Practice! Practice! Practice! It's annoying to be told that all the time but it's true.
Stay dedicated and good luck!
Bloom Swift you really can start at any day, but it may feel slow at first. I wish you the best of luck.
You are never late always know that.
2:45 Donald Trump was there!
Joshua Chavana so glad you spotted that! Lol
THAT IS AMAZING!!
HAHAHAHA so funny!!! so true!!
LOL
hahahahahahah, nabar nta al9lawi
I'm 13 and I have been playing violin for 9 years so far. I love it! But I also do a lot of musical theater and it's my dream to go to julliard and be on broadway when I'm older!!😊
+amelia lamb fantastic!
I has a similar childhood, until my first real stage fright. I loved playing till then. I was so scared I forgot to bring my music on stage! I was told that I played well though and never missed a note. But, I never played again. Now, nearing retirement age I can't get it out of my mind. My grandfathers back 3 generations played, maybe it's that mixed with a pinch of mortality that has captured my mind. Someday soon maybe. Keep up creating this such beautiful music. And many blessings to you and your family.
Wow, I remember subscribing to this channel and being like wow this guy is amazing. I play the violin myself and I have been playing for 7 years (almost 14 yrs old) and I am in awe how Rob Landes plays his violin. I’m a fan now. You’re amazing and I know it does take hard work to succeed, and it definitely pays off. Huge fan!
I'm sixteen and I have a passion for playing competitive videogames. As silly as it seems, video games inspired me to take up martial arts. So now I'm putting all my time and energy on focusing on become a strong Muay Thai fighter because I love the sport so much. I've played soccer and tennis before I started martial arts, and honestly it interests me way more because I'm more focused now and it trains me mentally too. I've never had abs before! and I'm so satisfied with my health as of today. I'd like to say my passion for Muay Thai has changes my life for the better.
Thank you for sharing a short brief of your life in music.
It is amazing.
Angelo Baselli you are very welcome, thank you!
I spend my time practicing violin as well. I'm 15 and working on Lalo and Paganini and loads of technique stuff and practicing 5 hours a day (you know how it is) but I feel like I'm starting to miss out on a lot of stuff. So many times I have to decline offers to do things because I have a rehearsal or a lesson or I still have to practice. I make a lot of sacrifices for violin, but it's hard to find a balance. I'm not even sure if I want to pursue it as a career. But then what? What was the last 12 years of practicing and sacrificing for? I love it but sometimes it's hard to keep going, but I do it anyway, because like you said, if you put in the time and sacrifice, you will be successful.
Are you happy with what you are currently doing? Is it worth it right now?
Ethan Mayer yeah play must to be fun
You're so dedicated! I'm 17, started when I was 4. I played Lalo last year, but I still never practice enough. I maybe practice 2 hours a week, if that. I feel ya with the sacrifice though. After 13 years, it's a shame to consider anything but music as a career, but ya gotta pay them bills. Keep with it though. If anything, lower your practice time, but never quit. By the sounds of it, you're quite talented. Don't throw that away. I believe in you, you'll make it.
Hi Ethan. These are great questions to be asking at your age. If you feel pressured to go into a career and don't absolutely love it with all your heart, I would take time to experience new things. The classical music route is exceptionally difficult to make a living in, but if you eat, sleep, breathe, and dream classical music, then you can make it. I love playing the violin, but I discovered that I loved creating my own arrangements of rock and pop music most people already know by presenting it to them in a beautiful and compelling way. Maybe you could try experimenting with your music in a new direction? You've done amazing work, but even if you stop playing for awhile, music has taught you so much about discipline, grit, dedication, and sacrifice that you can take into any avenue of your life.
Ethan Mayer, don't listen to this Izzy character. I stopped playing violin when I was in 8th grade after 9 years of playing and it's the biggest regret of my life. As an adult, every 4th guy I know can play Free Bird and Smoke on the Water on guitar, but they can only dream of playing a violin. Take a break, change your style, and maybe you won't pursue it as a career, but you'll literally cry if 40 years from now you look back and can't play a lick... trust me... I know.
I showed this to my son, who is ten years old. He started playing the violin two years ago. What an inspiring story.
Honestly, I believe there is no such thing as talent. Those who master their craft know this the most. As an artist I didn't start out drawing masterpieces. Violinists don't pick up a violin and immediately go into an orchestra, pianists don't just lay their fingers on the keys in front of stadiums. Singers don't just walk onto stage for a concert. Writers don't just create novels. Everyone has been pouring their blood, sweat, and tears into what they do. Talent has no part in it. Every artist couldn't even draw a circle, every musician couldn't do more than three notes and have any idea what they are doing. No singer could sing a song without screwing up an octave.
+Etrius Dragnox amen
Etrius Dragnox I love your comment 💖😍
This is basically the philosophy of Suzuki musical education. (My 2 oldest are in Suzuki. We love it)
I must say that I disagree. I think there is such thing as talent. I do not think that you need talent to be a master, or that you can get anywhere without a lot of practice. However, it is my opinion that talent is a thing
I believe in the idea that people are innately more gifted in certain areas than others. As a kid, I always outperformed others in sports. People just pick things up at different rates. It's understanding a difficult concept a professor is trying to teach before everyone else. Violin skill comes easier to one student than it does the next. It's only fair because I think if we aren't gifted in one area, we are bound to be gifted in another.
I'm a composer on RUclips. I've been composing for many years and I love being able to create new songs and melodies. It's so rewarding to work on a piano song and then sit back and hear the musical novel unfold after its finished.
I find your channel informative and inspiring.
Michael
wow, 3 hours a day. I cant believe that you had to work that hard at such a young age.
+nexus savv I was home schooled part time so that made it quite a bit easier!
nexus savv he said 30 mins in the beggining
I play the piano almost everyday and I get lessons there since 3 years and I'm happy to say that I also started playing the violin this year! Some people say that you can't learn two instruments at the same time but I think you just need to love the instruments to do it
Sophie yes you're right. I wish I had done more piano as a kid!!
Thanks Rob. Your video is very motivating bro. Despite i'm born in 1981 and never done something professional to express my self and my music I was always involved with hip-hop and drum n bass music in my youth i always wanted to do something serious and internet give me the time to express my self and my songs in the outer globe with soundcloud and music sharing. Now i have a family and a full time job 8 hours a day with a good salary not to complain but music is still in me. Still making drum n bass tracks but never did something serious. My time is gone i think, hope its never to late for me. But today Rob i give my 4 year son a Walther melodica piano to play together and practice for the future. He loved it instantly .When I saw your video now you made me cry bro. That was so inspirational and motivating to stick my son to play music and learn what my parents didnt learn to me. Your experience is something you grow over the years with experience and lot of practice. I'm so proud of you that you didnt give up. Keep up bro . Music is my life and my Dream and my escape everyday in my live. Happy new year and wish you the best for 2018.
Dang man, this hit me. You’re doing great things with your family, and I wish you the best for 2018.
Im 35 years old and always wanted to learn how to play the violin. Just a week ago I bought one but I had to bring it to the Violin Outlet here in Las Vegas. I'm still excitedly to play Open Notes again and grow with in this skill. I've been a cook for the past decade but thinking about moving my career to education. I have two young sons and I want to impact their life's and show them that with practicing you can become anything. You just have to try and keep trying, Never give up, never surrender.
Very nice Rob! It is nice to see the progression of someone's learning an instrument. Unfortunately I don't have videos or photos of when I started playing the guitar or keyboard but they're all in my mind! Everything. From my first songs that I tried to learn on the keyboard and the guitar. The struggle every time I tried to tune my guitar. The first time I changed strings! Awesome times! Keep playing Rob! Music is everything! That's what keeps me calm today!
Dimitris Fatisis thanks brotha. Yeah, my grandma and parents were awesome at documenting everything. Music is one of the most calming influences in the world.
WHEN YOU PLAYED SCHINDLERS LIST I GOT SO HAPPY. I honestly love the Theme from Schindler's List
+Sara Valdivieso me too ❤️
Same.
When I heard it I was happy and crying at the same time
This is awesome keep it going. !! I spend my time playing my violin 🎻 I am not a professional at it but i practice and try everyday and I enjoy playing violin!😊
Zailetsplay lover Garcia awesome, keep it up! I know it's not easy, but you don't have to be a professional to enjoy it or share your gift.
Rob Landes thx my mom was the on who found you on RUclips and she shared it with me and right away I hade to subscribe and watch your videos you are encouraging m everyday 😊😊
"Hard work beats true talent."
-Rock Lee
Three years later, my first time watching this video.
I would like to say as of recent personal events I stopped trying to learn the guitar. I had only been a few months in untill my reason to play became a threat to my sanity, my dad. Now I won't go into detail but I think I could pick up that guitar again. And maybe just maybe get good at it.
Thank you for all the laughs, distractions from reality, and content that keeps me down to Earth.
Thank you Rob Landes.
I started playing the cello in 4th grade, but my parents never forced me to practice every day. I ended up playing out of school only about once a month or less. That was until a year ago when I was 15 and I watched Mischa Maisky play Bach Cello Suite 3 Bourree. I listened to that for at least 100 loops, then decided that I could play this piece if I put in some effort outside of school. That was the first time I've really gotten genuinely excited about playing, and I've been going for a year straight since then, playing average three hours a day completely self-motivated. I'm trying to make up all the lost practice time back in elementary school. My favorite is still the Cello Suites, but I'm expanding now to Elgar and Haydn with the help of my great private teacher (who I think also gave me some inspiration). I hope to continue to get better at the current rate I am and maybe (hopefully) be as good as any professional soloist. Kinda wish my parents would've forced me to play every day like your did, but now I just need to put in a little more effort and thought into my practice. (Love your story btw)
Harrison A the Elgar concerto in e minor is a wonderful piece. Good luck!
I love fiddle tunes. So sweet. As far as things I am working on...I am trying to build a strong family and raise my little ones right. It will take years and years. Thank you for this inspiring video.
+Amanda Brown you are doing so great with your little ones! Thanks for watching :)
Hi, I am a 12 year old girl who is a 'violin geek' as my friends call, me I LOVE playing the violin,I love my violin named etc.And I started when I was around 7 years old, it was a chore to me getting out my violin at the start was torture I cried about some times but as I have aged passing all my grades so far with a distinction I have started thoroughly enjoying practice,I have come across on RUclips and watched all of your videos,I have watched this one and I find it extremely moving especially around the end when you said that you work for it, and that is so true it doesn't come easy and I have a long way to go yet but I can almost tell violin is going to be a big part of my life. I believe i may not quite come to your level you are an INCREDIBLY talented man for the age you are you are gifted,special and amazing and many words words that I can't explain an i do hope you reply and post more amazing videos. Many thx
Currently, I have been playing violin for 5 years and viola for 4 years. You were my biggest inspiration. A lot of my classmates say that learning the violin/viola is an easy task as you just have to move your hands. I showed them your vid to prove that learning violin/viola is not just moving your hands but in order for you to play well, you have to also play from yor heart and I can see that with you. Thanks again for making me the violinist/violist I am today.
Hello Rob, I was an active duty in the Air Force for 20 years as a vehicle mechanic. I retired from the AF and got a civilian job for the AF as a Fire truck and Refueling truck mechanic. So today I continue to serve our country. That is what I do. But it makes me happy to listen to your music. You are a great American Rob Landes.
I played the violin since the age of 7. I kinda did like it because I had potential and stuff, but music wasn't actually my life until I moved to America (I'm Russian). I started playing viola, I actually enjoy it (despite people saying violas are bad cuz they not ). I try to practice at least 2 hrs a day. Music is totally my life now, and I definitely have the passion to do it. I only 13 years old and I hope I will make a lot of progress in the future:))
Omg I'm so sad; you should have at least 2-3 million subscribers ❤️❤️❤️❤️👌
Yes, I agree. Rob is a fantastic violinist, he deserves more. But maybe many people are not Interested in orchestra instrument music. I think many people like vocal music.
Now he does
Finally got them!
He does
Now he does ayyy
Nice - you've been doing it for 27 years - shows how pasionate you are 👏
Name Less it's pretty much the best thing ever. 🙃
My son is a professional oboe and musical director. I stopped counting how many times he wanted to quit. No money, no prospects, etc. I constantly encouraged him , although I thought that he would never be able to make a living at his craft. Has BA and Masters in Oboe performance. Time and time again going to auditions with no takers. You have a musical gift - nobody wants. -Finally found oboe position in a Mexican Symphony Orchestra - pay is lousy, but at least he is performing his craft. Now is musical director for a Sistema orchestra. Pay is lousy, hours are lousy, but he is a musician. I am glad you returned to become a musician. Glad you are a member of that group.
I started playing the violin in 4th grade. I played all through collage and further, until one fateful day a dirty landlord broke in to my apartment and stole my violin. I've been plaged with depression and anxiety ever since, to the point where I cannot have a job anymore. This was 7 years ago. I am 31 now. Your videos have reminded me of that feeling of love I once had as a violinist and has inspired me to seek a new violin, however poor quality, and play again. I thank you with all my heart.
That's the most inspiring video I've ever seen..
I start playing violin at age 8 i was playing it for 5 years now its 4 years i playing viola but im still learning .
U are amazing keep it that way😉
megi gorjan thank you, keep it up!
Props to your dad I play viola too 🎻🎻🎻🎻
KJ Playz same
same
KysyGames Lee i also play viola
Same here!
Same, I’ve been playing for 13 years since I was late age of 2. I am now playing passion confession it’s pretty beautiful and I just finished meditation :)
True success is humility, Something our society could use more of. Thank you for being an inspiration.
I started playing violin at.. pretty much eight years old. I'm still learning yes, but I'm pretty good for my age. My teacher was impressed. I have never quit and love it a lot. Music is a great path to pursue
Thank you for this video, not often we get to see what it actually takes to get to a level that can be considered a success. It is a great reminder of the less popular side of it, the hard work and probably more important the consistency involved. I won't say sacrifice because when you're passioned and dedicated to something it doesn't really feel like a sacrifice. Cheers for you!
+bestvex thank you, and you're welcome 😊
Would you ever consider making a classical youtube video? I'd love to see Mozart, Bach, Tchaikovsky, Mendelssohn, Passacaglia, etc.
+Lemon yes I'd consider it :) Soon.
Rob Landes
Damn man, at 13 Lalo sounded really good, in my country that piece is usually gets played at 15
Is 13 a common age to play that in the US or where you studied?
Rob Landes The Largo (from Vivaldi's Winter) and Spigel Im Spigel Arvo Part... I'm not sure if that's even the correct spelling. I always loved Nigel Kennedy's Largo best, but if you do it, I'd totally buy it! I've heard several Spigels, but only one of them made my spine tingle, the others were just fab. I'm desperate to gear it played that we'll again. It was on a classical channel on the radio and I didn't catch who it was. I LOVE your playing and just sent it to my husband and sisters :)
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For us classically trained violinists who appreciate the standard violin rep, this would be an absolute treat!!!
I was pretty much discouraged reading the stuff online about why the violin is like one of the worst first choices. Thanks a ton. I'm definitely reconsidering my decision. Subscribed!
This is so inspiring. My little sister just started the violin so this is something I'm gonna show her. I am a writer. My friends and others often told me it wouldn't make me any money but my family was so supportive. I was blessed to marry a good man who supports me so that I can stay at home and do what I'm passionate about. Being a writer comes easy to me but it takes hard work and a lot of facing rejection. Publishers turned down my books countless times but funny God came through and one of them accepted. My first two books will be published soon and it's my dream. Thank you so much for sharing this
Being talented IS actually like winning the lottery, by definition of the words. That's why a lot of artists and musicians get offended when they are told they are talented, or at least dislike the word.
You don't have talent.
You have an amazing skill that you have honed and practiced for nearly 30 years.
"Talent" implies you're just good naturally and don't need practice, and the concept of talent is ridiculous.
You are, how ever, very very good at what you do. I found you about an hour ago, watched a bunch of videos. Subscribed, man. I love your covers.
I play the cello and this was the first video i saw on your youtube and thank you so much bc you gave me so much insperation
When you said your dad played viola I literally said Yea BOIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
I love violin music! Unfortunately, I‘m not very musically...
But I let it inspire me in my work and enjoy listening to it. :)
Baby Robert was so cute. I'm very happy for you all your hard work paid off. You make beautiful music. 🎶
Musical skill usually runs in the family especially with some of us Koreans. My mom was a classical pianist and we were always surrounded by the greats from Beethoven down to Tchaikovsky. Thanks for sharing because it brought back memories but my hindsight never followed all the way through. Bravo Rob and you have a follower.
I have been playing the violin for 4 years I am 13 years old and I hope to be as good as you one day 🎻
If you will keep practicing, you will definitely be as good as Rob Landes one day.
That's nice! I hope to be good at something one day! My life's pretty boring, my family can't afford anything.
I wish my mom would've let me play the violin when I was 8.. I would've had 4 years in experience now..
I also started violin when I was 3 too!!
I’m 12 and I just took my grade 8 exam😂😂
I started playing the violin last July. I enjoy playing the violin and even after putting the violin and pick it up sometime later. Once I start playing. Your story has inspired me to become better at playing the violin. Thank you!
ive been a professional artist since the age of ten, but ive always admired the violin and the saxophone. i played the saxophone for two years and then i switched to piano. i was always discouraged by my teachers when they told me to give up and i wasnt going to make it as an artist.. and since i never gave up i now own my own art store, i got my tattoo apprenticeship when i was 16, and im 19 now... im getting back into music, and im going to practice violin, and get back to playing the saxophone.. i admire people like you who live your dreams, and inspire others.
Wish I had someone back then to push me into learning something usefull :'(
francesco sdsadasdas maybe you can be there for your own kids, if and when you have them ❤️
Be there for yourself ... nobody can be as supportive !
I am choking for several hours per day. I have a severe LPR and no money to resolve it. But i am not jealous of anyone. Such stories of people doing what they are passionate about, prevents me from commiting suicide. I hope one day there will be an easy cure for this disease from hell.
Where do you live? What kind of medical system exists there?
Joan D'Arc Thanks for your attention. I live in Slovenia. ( small country between Hungary and Italy, 2 millions inhabitants). Health system sucks here. Politicians steal money from 'health bag', sorry,dont know the other word. Doctors said i am faking and overreacting, while i have visibly swollen everything from nose to chest, and i scare people when i show my throat( it is not contagious cause it is not virus or bacteria, but failed muscles of esophagus).
Uroš Peteh I believe this link can help you. my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lpr I don't know if you already know the things in the article but I hope it helps!
Kaylee Gunderson Thanks. I know already all that, have been reading articles for five years desperately trying to find an answer. But it isnt acid that is culprit in lpr, it is more enzyme pepsin that inflammes everything on it's way from nose to chest. Antacids and proton pump inhibitors dont work for me. It helps people with heartburn only. I need a surgery.
Ah, I am so sorry to hear this! I can't imagine what you must have to go through, but I admire your strength to persevere and carry on. I'm glad this video does a little bit to help you through your difficult times. God bless you.
I started playing violin when I was 15! :")
started when i was 5 1/2
Was it hard for you to learn? Im 15 and I really want to try it out :) I play saxophone as well
Wow! Rob great video. I have been playing the banjo every morning now 2 years and I still will not let people hear me. I am not that good at all. Cant say nothing to show for the 2 yrs. At 77 yrs old it keeps my mind going. What holds it all together for me is I love playing even though I never played any thing b4 that. I have seen progress in the 2 yrs. I own a violin, banjo-lele, and a Appalachian dulcimer. And ,now proud owner of 2 banjos, blue grass the other country. You see music has a way of getting a hold on you. I do plan to play them all some day. Thank you Rob you touched a nerve of mine.
Rob thank you for posting this video! It truly helps me! I started playing the violin at 38(its my 3rd instrument after piano and flute) and even though its the most difficult I ever played its the most rewarding may be because I'm an adult now.
What you say about practice and sacrifice is totally true! It took me a year to learn to hold the bow properly and several oThers to train my left fingers to fall right where they're supposed too! I play every year at recitals but this last one I was able to play my first concerto piece and enjoy it! That day something happened and I felt like an invisible glass ceiling broke and gave me such a boost that I'm confident now I can play anything if I practice and try hard! I believe I can do it! I just turned 52 and I'm enjoying playing more than ever.I've had awesome teachers but the one I have now has helped me and encouraged me so much that I keep on pressing on! Rob you've encouraged me with this video! I wish I was younger but...thank God I can play at 52! God bless you!!!
I am from Africa, I have been training really hard and sacrificing my blood sweat and tears for the on thing I love, running. I started when I was 3 and my dad would take me outside everyday to train me, my dad was in the Olympics and now so am I, I am Usain Bolt.
lol
lol
Wtf, abdullazizqtr doesn't make any sense.
Hahahaha.. What the fuck.. 😂😂😂😂
Heh. Blood, sweat and tears.
I want to be so good on a piano as you are on a violin. You are my idol
kristian justin I'm truly humbled to hear you say that. Continue pushing yourself, being creative, taking risks, and pay attention to what excites you. You'll be great.
I started Piano at age 4, by 12 i completelly quit music.
I always loved the violin but never had the guts to learn it.
EuclidesGBM - MasterEu you could still start 👀
James Smith I would if had the time to do so...
what u spend your time on now then???
Working ;-;
That final speech is what I try to say to other people. I'm studying art and design, I'd start drawing when I was 16. When someone sees my work (I'm 20), usually says: ''you're so talented, you were born with a gift''. That's not true. All is due to hardworking and not giving up. Please, whoever is reading this: don't give up, even when you don't have support when it seems impossible. At least you could say that you tried.
Thank you so much for the video Rob
My wife and I have enjoyed your videos. Thanks for the history and the decency.
6:52 I spend hours gaming and watching RUclips and Netflix lol
Whoaaaa, so passionate
so you are talented and professional Netflix watcher and time waster!
Extruder676 well I don't think it's time wasted when I enjoy gaming a lot!
So then, you are professional game developers breadwinner! thank you for your work! :)
u r or will be an expert in watching RUclips & Netflix
good for u keep improving :)
와... 진짜 어릴 때부터 바이올린에 기질이 있었네요. 게다가 지금까지 얼마나 쭉 연습해왔길래 그런 훌륭한 바이올린 연주를..! ㄷㄷ... 나는 바이올린을 2년 정도 잠깐 배웠었는데...(그만 둠ㅠ) 대단하고 멋져요
I'M THINK THE SAME, DUDE !!!
I can't even
Yeah, me too.
Wish you all the best - maybe you want to share your violin performance too 🙂
Zu krass Then why did you say that? For what? Obviously, your comment is an act of disrespect for Asian people. It's not different from other acts like squinting. I saw many celebrities apologize for their fault-being rude to Asian. I guess it would be good if I could hear your apology.
Being 25, do you think it would be possible for me to still learn the violin? Would you recommend to seek professional lessons?
LQW Vibes doooo it!
LQW Vibes you can start at any time, and yes I would recommend a private teacher to anyone playing an instrument. It's very hard to progress without one.
In my experience I'd say do it. I myself am 26 and I just started learning violin 2 years ago.I started with getting professional lessons once a week. Now i only get them twice a month- At this point i can basically teach myself the songs and I use my teacher to help check my technique, rhythm, etc. to make sure I'm on track.
I wanted to learn violin ever since i was a child but couldn't. So now that I have the opportunity to learn I love learning it and almost always enjoy practicing.
I once heard a story that an 80-year-old woman regretted not to learn violin at the age of 60, then at least she would have played for 20 years. It's never too late.
You definitely can! As long as you have the time and money to put into it, it's definitely possible. I would take lessons at least once a week until you can read music and understand rhythms, accidentals, and all of that type of stuff. I myself started when I was 4, so I'm not sure what it's like to start when you're "older". I know of many adults that want to play when they've never touched an instrument before that end up quitting right away. It's tough, and practice is very very important in order to progress. I believe though that anyone can learn if they put their heart into it. After 13 years of playing the violin, I can definitely say that it is the single most important thing to me and I can't imagine a life without it. I believe in you!
I'm now 18 and have played the piano my whole life, but I have never constantly put in a lot of work. You have encouraged me to put more quality time into practicing because, it will produce worth while results. Thank you!
I attended one of your concerts a little while ago and was so impressed!! My violin teacher told me that she studied at BYU the same time you did! Thank you for sharing your story, it is amazing to know that you had to work hard to become where you are at today! Thank you for sharing this!
you were such a cute child
Celine Ward haha my mom agrees
Ugh I'm so jealous lol I really want to learn to play violin I've been playing guitar for a couple years now but I just can never find the time to start violin
Oh and I play guitar about 1-2 hours a day on a good day and 20-30 min on a bad day
It is quite time consuming. Especially starting fresh. If you got yourself an instrument and at least one lesson a week, though (45-60 min lessons) I think it's possible. At least you already got down reading music, rhythms, and that type of stuff! If it's something you wanna so, go for it! I've played for 13 years and I couldn't be happier!
I think you should do it. I recently took up guitar after playing piano for the past 3 years and I find the process is much smoother and genuinely feels easier after already playing one instrument. you should defo go for it
I've been playing violin for 6 years now (I'm 12) and I think this inspires me to try better at it. I haven't enjoyed it much until now, but I'd like to put more into, and find out what I like to play.
One tip from me.
Never ever think that you practiced enough.
I used to practice about 1-2 hours a day on violin when i was in middle school.
Now after practicing even 4 hours i know, how little i did and i just want next day to come to start doing the rest. And the same thing every day ;)
And never practice too much.
Perlman, the best of the best says that 5 hours a day is enough.
Cheers
You have to watch the anime "your lie in april"/"shigatsu wa kimi no uso", it's about a violin and a piano player, and it's a great anime
Yes, it's so good
Your last few words wraps it up so well. Dedication to something over a long period of time brings out something special. Yes as kids we do not comprehend the sacrifices our parents makes to get us where we are. You sir are a gentleman and I which you much fortune and success on the road ahead.
I started playing piano when i was about 7 years old... i finished musical school last year at the age of 13... i was sometimes feeling lazy to practice piano even if a ton of people told me that i am talented... those words made me realize that i am just waisting what someone gave me so i started enjoying what am i playing and i started doing it for myself because classic music really calms me down and i feel wonderful playing it.
Video editing and production. I wanna have my own productions company
+EvanJayAwesome rad. There is so much demand for video editing and production right now, this is a great time to get started.
You will get there bro. Keep grinding.
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Mr. Landes few days back I saw your you tube channel playing the 5 stages of many songs.. I just loved it... You are an awesome violinist and an inspiration for me
Thanks for making this video Rob. Its message for me is that playing the violin doesn’t have to be a chore and CAN be fun! I started playing the violin at school aged ten. Like you, I spent hours on end for years practicing classical music in my teens and was “propelled” forward by words of encouragement like “you’re very good” and so on. And where I came from that was probably true. I got a little indoctrinated with the naive idea that I could actually achieve something with it. But when I got to music college and saw the “bigger picture” things snapped into perspective: I was just a minnow in a very big pond. I left music school and went to university instead. Today I’m 62 and I’ve barely touched my violin in decades. Watching you play makes me understand that it’s NOT a competition and we can all enjoy making music at any level. So my violin is back out again and I’m having genuine fun exploring different styles of music such as Irish reels: something I would never have considered in my “serious” period. All the very best.