Now in retirement at 66 , the sax is really fun now I have more time ! Your video on Take five and session band has been a massive step forward. Nailed the head , now it’s getting Mr Desmond’s solo . How good does that feel . Many thanks .
@@lyndenblades thank you for these videos ! I am listening to your Baker Street on headphones . Was Honey teaching singing whilst you created the video as I can hear singing ? This is absolutely no criticism I want sure if you had noticed ?
Hi Trefor. Yes that’s Andrea teaching in the background that you can hear. We both teach from home full time so our house is constantly full of music. I am aware that occasionally you can hear the singing in the background. I record in a small conservatory attached to the back of our home and if I close the double doors to block out sound it makes my voice really echo-y so I keep them open and you can hear Andrea singing, but I don’t think it takes away from the tutorials too much so I leave it in. I’m still quite new to this whole relaunch of my channel so still finding my way really. Thank you for all your lovely comments and support 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
True true true 😂. I started at 45 after 35 years of piano. Also play guitare, drums and flute. But when i decided to start sax, that changed my life. For this instrument you absolutly need connexion. That is why it it so nice to play. Thx for your video ❤
Lynden i started playing the sax when i was 44 years old i am 74 now and still playing i have met people from all over the world at sax schools in london birmingham shefield and lousville kentucky with jamie abersolds summer schools, i practice everyday well almost as i live in a flat in spain and lt is hard to practice with conviction so i go to the nearby park and practice even at my age i still look for new things to try on the sax as it keeps my mind active its important as you grow older, it is why i watch your vids you teach with conviction and are body and soul in what you do they help me to refresh my mind practicing in thirds for example as i forgot but saw your vid and began practicing that a few days ago,,anyone out there reading this pick up the sax and learn like i did i was shy at 44 to learn and timid because i was surrounded by young dudes playing really good but jamie abersold said to me once dont be shy you are whats known as a late bloomer so go forward. Keep on posting the vids you are helping people on a wonderful musical journey...peter...Alicante Spain
Peter, thank you so much for this, it’s beautiful. I too have been on the Aebersold course and found it to be wonderful. Thank you for sharing this with me and also for your very encouraging comments 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
I was 36 when I started sax. I had no musical background at all. I was 50 when I started playing bass guitar. I play both regularly. Only last night I played both at an open mic night. When I was a teenager, early 20’s , I was far too busy playing sport, chasing girls and enjoying life.
That’s so awesome 🤩 Playing the sax attracted a beautiful female singer into my life and we’ve been married for 24 years now so I’m not allowed to chase girls anymore 😎😎😎🎷🎷 I’m so old I’d be rubbish at it anyway 😆
I started 2 Months ago playing sax aged 53, and I totally agree! What motivates me is the process of developing myself into something new and not really how good I am in playing it when comparing myself to others. Cheers 🎉
Started sax at 61, a few months ago. I've played guitar since I was 14 so there's undoubtedly an advantage in terms of musical theory. BUT zero in terms of physically getting to grips with a woodwind instrument. Set goals, practice, set more goals. I'm like a kid in candy shop learning stuff - the joy of getting some passages right in Moon River yesterday was the same joy as nailing Rockaway Beach when I was a kid.
Hi there and thank you for sharing this with me. I think it’s absolutely wonderful that you’re enjoying developing your skills on the sax and keep going. Moon River is such a beautiful tune, I’d love to hear you play it. Thanks again 😎😎🤝🤝🎷🎷
That's a really insightful video. Articulate and intelligent. One thing, I think the assimilation process becomes a touch more difficult with age, but that's more than balanced out by all the positives!
Yep, play for fun and ignore the tiny (and silly) minority who think there's no point starting unless you're going to be a virtuoso. The challenge is to not be impatient and to only judge yourself against where you were a year ago.
Hi Mick, thank you for this and I absolutely agree with you. It’s a never ending journey and isn’t it great to always have an opportunity to learn, develop, grow and improve? I absolutely love being a student of the saxophone 😎😎🎷🎷🤝🤝
I am 66. Started clarinet in lockdown. Went on to sax. Believe it or not I still don’t sound like Lester Young! More a Dexter Gordon! Only joking ! Really!
Started sop and alto sax at 72, now I'm 80 and play in Jazz Band and an orchestra. Yippee.
Wow Angela, thank you so much for sharing this with me, what an inspiration you are 👏👏🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
Now in retirement at 66 , the sax is really fun now I have more time ! Your video on Take five and session band has been a massive step forward. Nailed the head , now it’s getting Mr Desmond’s solo .
How good does that feel .
Many thanks .
Wow Trefor, that’s so fantastic to hear and thank you for saying so, it really lights up my day to know that these videos are helping 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@@lyndenblades thank you for these videos ! I am listening to your Baker Street on headphones . Was Honey teaching singing whilst you created the video as I can hear singing ? This is absolutely no criticism I want sure if you had noticed ?
Hi Trefor. Yes that’s Andrea teaching in the background that you can hear. We both teach from home full time so our house is constantly full of music. I am aware that occasionally you can hear the singing in the background. I record in a small conservatory attached to the back of our home and if I close the double doors to block out sound it makes my voice really echo-y so I keep them open and you can hear Andrea singing, but I don’t think it takes away from the tutorials too much so I leave it in. I’m still quite new to this whole relaunch of my channel so still finding my way really. Thank you for all your lovely comments and support 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
Thank you Lyndon for all your supportive videos! You are a rare breed! 😁👍👌
Jilly thank you so much, that’s very kind of you to say 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
True true true 😂. I started at 45 after 35 years of piano. Also play guitare, drums and flute. But when i decided to start sax, that changed my life. For this instrument you absolutly need connexion. That is why it it so nice to play. Thx for your video ❤
Wow that’s amazing. Sax does change your life if you let it Kooky and thank you for sharing this with me 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
Lynden i started playing the sax when i was 44 years old i am 74 now and still playing i have met people from all over the world at sax schools in london birmingham shefield and lousville kentucky with jamie abersolds summer schools, i practice everyday well almost as i live in a flat in spain and lt is hard to practice with conviction so i go to the nearby park and practice even at my age i still look for new things to try on the sax as it keeps my mind active its important as you grow older, it is why i watch your vids you teach with conviction and are body and soul in what you do they help me to refresh my mind practicing in thirds for example as i forgot but saw your vid and began practicing that a few days ago,,anyone out there reading this pick up the sax and learn like i did i was shy at 44 to learn and timid because i was surrounded by young dudes playing really good but jamie abersold said to me once dont be shy you are whats known as a late bloomer so go forward. Keep on posting the vids you are helping people on a wonderful musical journey...peter...Alicante Spain
Peter, thank you so much for this, it’s beautiful. I too have been on the Aebersold course and found it to be wonderful. Thank you for sharing this with me and also for your very encouraging comments 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
I was 36 when I started sax. I had no musical background at all. I was 50 when I started playing bass guitar. I play both regularly. Only last night I played both at an open mic night. When I was a teenager, early 20’s , I was far too busy playing sport, chasing girls and enjoying life.
That’s so awesome 🤩
Playing the sax attracted a beautiful female singer into my life and we’ve been married for 24 years now so I’m not allowed to chase girls anymore 😎😎😎🎷🎷
I’m so old I’d be rubbish at it anyway 😆
agree...Started at 61, one year ago and love it .... Jamming with my friends in a band....
That’s so awesome Dennis, you’ve done really well 👍👍👍🎷🎷🎷🤝🤝🤝
I started 2 Months ago playing sax aged 53, and I totally agree! What motivates me is the process of developing myself into something new and not really how good I am in playing it when comparing myself to others. Cheers 🎉
That’s a brilliant approach, just enjoy the journey and thanks for your feedback 🤝🤝😎😎🎷🎷
Started sax at 61, a few months ago. I've played guitar since I was 14 so there's undoubtedly an advantage in terms of musical theory. BUT zero in terms of physically getting to grips with a woodwind instrument. Set goals, practice, set more goals. I'm like a kid in candy shop learning stuff - the joy of getting some passages right in Moon River yesterday was the same joy as nailing Rockaway Beach when I was a kid.
Hi there and thank you for sharing this with me. I think it’s absolutely wonderful that you’re enjoying developing your skills on the sax and keep going. Moon River is such a beautiful tune, I’d love to hear you play it. Thanks again 😎😎🤝🤝🎷🎷
Hi Lindén. Im afraid I’m starting too love you 😉😇💕Thank you so much for everything you share 🙏🙏🙏
You are so welcome 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
very well explained, you just gave me wisdom.
Thank you so much 😎😎🤝🤝🎷🎷
I started at around 52, now I'm 65. Played the flute since I was about 17.
That’s awesome to hear!! 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
That's a really insightful video. Articulate and intelligent. One thing, I think the assimilation process becomes a touch more difficult with age, but that's more than balanced out by all the positives!
You’re probably right, but the determination and awareness is enhanced as we get older in my opinion. Thank you so much for your feedback 🤝🤝🎷🎷
Nice to come across such a positive and encouraging video !…
Thank you so much Michael, I really appreciate your feedback 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
Good♥
Thank you Kurt 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
68 play cords but need help.
I’m here to help you Brian 🤝🤝🎷🎷
Yep, play for fun and ignore the tiny (and silly) minority who think there's no point starting unless you're going to be a virtuoso. The challenge is to not be impatient and to only judge yourself against where you were a year ago.
Hi Mick, thank you for this and I absolutely agree with you. It’s a never ending journey and isn’t it great to always have an opportunity to learn, develop, grow and improve? I absolutely love being a student of the saxophone 😎😎🎷🎷🤝🤝
I am 66. Started clarinet in lockdown. Went on to sax. Believe it or not I still don’t sound like Lester Young! More a Dexter Gordon! Only joking ! Really!
That’s so weird because nor do I 😂😂😎😎🎷🎷🤝🤝