CyndiLJ Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 So this week I did something totally impulsive and after almost 3 years of wishing I could, I rented a harp and am going to try and teach myself. The harp isn't even here yet and already I am feeling like I will be wasting my time trying to learn. I am not totally new to music, having played the clarinet all through school and being in choir at church the past 7 years or so. But I don't know keys or chords, bass clef,or anything about the harp (of course). So now I am feeling like I would never allow my kids to feel, like they shouldn't try something new. Why don't we ever pay attention to our own words??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I think it's really cool, and I think you should definitely do it!!! :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK_Mom4 Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Sounds pretty cool to me! I'm envious! But, I admit, I would be googling "harp teachers in <my city>" about now. Have a teacher help you get started and then you can take it from there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Silly is exciting and leads to cool things! Seize the harp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeindeed Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Go for it! Learning new things is exciting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 What a great adventure, plus your kids get to see you try something new! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 If there are no harp teachers in your area, maybe you could find one who skypes? Go for it!!!! Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Do it, girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I think it could only be a waste of time if you didn't actually want to learn harp. :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Wonderful!! Have lots of fun learning. After wanting to learn to weave for many years I finally took the plunge 3yrs ago. I'm so glad I did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicAnn Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I had a high school friend who played the harp. I'm not musical so take this with a grain of salt - playing the harp is very difficult. But is also very cool. I equate it to playing the piano. Even if it is difficult to play really well, doesn't mean you can't enjoy learning and having a great time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyndiLJ Posted February 28, 2013 Author Share Posted February 28, 2013 Silly is exciting and leads to cool things! Seize the harp! Haha! "Seize the Harp" may become my new motto! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyndiLJ Posted February 28, 2013 Author Share Posted February 28, 2013 What a great adventure, plus your kids get to see you try something new! :) You know, part of my reasoning is for exactly this. I have a lot of learning challenges among my kiddos, and I thought that seeing mom tackle something totally foreign and difficult, watching me struggle for a change, might encourage them to stick with the hard stuff, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I have a neighbor who plays/teaches the harp. She has adult students at her house everyday. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Upward Journey Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Not Silly!!!!! at all. Good luck :) The harp is such a beautiful instrument! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 A full-size pedal harp? Wow! when you bring it home you'll need to take some photos for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 My sister learned to play the harp as an adult. It's one of the most wonderful things she ever did. I hope it brings you lots of joy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2Ride Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 I just got a violin and am self teaching for now. So i say go for it! It will be fun :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Marple Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 I think it's wonderful! I just did something similar. I bought a used harp around Christmas time from an ad on Craigslist. The harp was the one that I had picked out as the one I would get someday. It was about 1/3 the new cost and came with all sorts of accessories. Now that the boys are older, I have a bit more time to do something for myself. I wish you all the best and think you are being a great example to your children. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa in SC Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Haha! "Seize the Harp" may become my new motto! Pardon my quite rusty, and possibly incorrect, Latin. Would that be Carpe Citara? I love that you took the plunge. I hope you and your harp are soon making beautiful music together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Of course it's not silly! You're setting a wonderful example! But (and I really, really don't want to be a gloomy Gus) please be sure you get a good teacher who helps you learn the proper form. I have a dear friend who plays, and she says it is very easy to do permanent damage to hands, wrists, and arms. Good luck to you, and have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Two years ago at age 38 I started studying photography. I cannot begin to tell you the joy that this new hobby has brought me. It's not silly to learn something new at any age. And last year, I started writing every day. Again, the joy that writing brings me is beyond words. (Ironic, since writing is all about words...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyndiLJ Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 A full-size pedal harp? Wow! Nope, Margaret...I'd never be able to afford that. I am renting one for 4 months to see if I will actually use it, like it and think I might stick with it. Not sure how I will pay for it if I see I am enjoying it and learning something. I am renting a lower level yet still good/solid/"real" harp...not the smallest, but not anything close to a pedal harp. I am so giddy it is sort of ridiculous :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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