Musical Instraments - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

raeanna74 · 12-11-2003, 06:04 AM

Tell us what kind of musical instraments have you learned? What do enjoy playing the most? Have you tried any unusual ones?

For those of you who haven't played an instrament - what is you favorite to listen to?

I have played the piano since I was 12. My grandmother taught me and I always think of her when I play. I took lessons for flute, and violin but quit both because I loved piano most and the time I spent practicing the other instraments meant that I didn't get to spend any time on my piano. I did get to try a number of other instraments, french horn, guitar, clarinet, accordian, and the saw. The saw was the most interesting and actually very easy. I was terrible at the horn and clarinet. I have always enjoyed music and mostly enjoy listening to string instraments of almost any sort. I'm not a picky music listener though.

lurkette · 12-11-2003, 06:18 AM

I played the flute in high school, and I sing, and I can plunk out a tune on the piano if necessary.

skysooner · 12-11-2003, 06:54 AM

I played alto and tenor saxophone for awhile in high school. I have also taken guitar and oboe, but those never went any where. It was fun while it lasted, but I never had any real talent, so I was just as happy to give it up. I haven't played in over 20 years.

SecretMethod70 · 12-11-2003, 06:55 AM

Started the Alto Saxophone in 4th grade, and played a little tenor and baritone sax as well (pretty much the same when it comes down to how to play them). In high school I switched to the bassoon and played that all 4 years in the band and orchestra and played Alto Sax in the marching band (it was required

). I also have been singing since something like 3rd or 4th grade and have been taking voice lessons since my freshman year and now go to school studying voice.

sailor · 12-11-2003, 06:58 AM

I started playing percussion in fifth grade. I dont play it as part of an ensemble anymore, which I regret. I do still play a kit occasionally, though.

I learned to play guitar in 8th grade. Still play it today, 5, almost 6 years later. A guitar fits a little better in a dorm room than a drumset

Gortexfogg · 12-11-2003, 06:59 AM

I played trumpet from 4th grade to 9th grade, and french horn from 7th to 9th. I loved playing both back then, but my fondest memory of playing any instrument would be in jazz band when I started to learn the art of the jazz solo. Makes me wish I had kept it up...

Redlemon · 12-11-2003, 07:06 AM

First piano, then clarinet, then the e-flat (high) clarinet, then baritone horn (I got tired of dealing with reeds). Now I only sing.

BlueBongo · 12-11-2003, 07:06 AM

Throughout school, and even now, I am a geek.. but I enjoy being a band geek when I can. I've played (in chronological order): flute, piccolo, barri sax, alto sax, tenor sax, bass clarinet, oboe, drums/perc, clarinet, trumpet, french horn, and the mellophone. I have to say the trumpet is my real instrument... I enjoy being the best when I have practiced.. which I have not recently.

It's sad that I've gotten out of touch with band since I was in HS, I have taken a band class in college but have not gotten back into marching band. Marching band was always and will always be a blast.

Though the university I'm going to next semester doesn't have a marching band.. I may just have to find one in Richmond that does. We'll see.

But I'm a big band/music geek at heart.

quadro2000 · 12-11-2003, 08:32 AM

My main instrument is piano (16 years) and then guitar (acoustic rhythm, about 4 years, self-taught). In elementary school, I played the sax, then switched to the clarinet. I wasn't good enough to get into the band on either of those, but filled in on piano when it was needed and joined the jazz band in high school.

I have a million instruments I want to learn. Up at the top of the list is harmonica and mandolin. I would also like to learn the vibes (so I can combine piano and my love of percussion) and the accordion.

furious · 12-11-2003, 08:38 AM

Started off by learning guitar.

Self taught and also by my mate who started a year before me.
Then moved onto bass when we needed one in the band.

Had to give it up because i never had the time to play anymore when i left university.

Aint life a bitch.

I occasionally get to play on my bro's.

But all in all i miss it.

Fly · 12-11-2003, 08:41 AM

drummer first and foremost.......since i can remember.

this is like my 6th kit.

[IMG]http://groups.msn.com/_Secure/0TgDgAikZVQJMFlwtmVi*bOQAoR8j7cKRcBgrai8P7T1Oo3eIs2to1eE!K7eJPGIndeDbNOZihDD2LAFBAUZLl3GqHz3io0Xk2ymjScjo1D4en7YZRTDhuA/drums.JPG?dc=4675418594840912537[/IMG]

but i play all of these as well.........

just picked up a new keyboard that does everything except hold your dink when you pee.no pics of it yet.

harmonica too.

and this kit is my son's.i'm teachin' my kids to play everything as well.
[IMG]http://groups.msn.com/_Secure/0WQCYGKAcwSiR2zt7BcQBMYtwRGvGDYw6AhTvufsEP71O1PBp2*n8qoHU6MkrtNY6cgYM7j9HG!2*bk52R*CYSAS1VNG9RHrzb9DgDoDF6yYzpABLTCr3Qoo5IDA83PS4ORtnoZ*2l7o/riley's%20drums1.JPG?dc=4675445506206961947[/IMG]

daughter is 7 and starting to sing.sometimes i wish the mics didn't go so loud though.she is just figuring out how to use her voice.

good times.

Cynthetiq · 12-11-2003, 08:42 AM

trumpet in HS, and piano for awhile. I can play some songs that I memorized and I can read sheet music

ARTelevision · 12-11-2003, 08:51 AM

Classical piano for 11 years.
After that played keyboards in bands.
Still play 'em at home.

SabrinaFair · 12-11-2003, 09:01 AM

Piano from second grade to ninth grade...I can still bang out some notes, but I wouldn't say I "play".

I played flute in band from fifth grade to freshman year, when I switched to French horn/mellophone. I wasn't great at any of them, but I do love the sound of a French horn.

I have a guitar. Do I play? Not really...a regret that I've never learned any more.

BentNotTwisted · 12-11-2003, 09:32 AM

Played baritone horn from 6th to 9th grade. It was a good experience, but one I don't care to repeat.

One of the most amazing instruments I have ever heard is the harpsichord. The sound is very haunting. It was at a private party and the guy playing it was very skilled at extemporizing. It seemed he could go for hours without repeating. Too bad the invention of the piano pretty much killed that instrument.

G_Whiz · 12-11-2003, 09:33 AM

I had piano lessons starting when I was 5. In 4th grade I switched to the coronet and trumpet. I played that until HS when I switched to singing.

I have tried a little guitar and banjo. I may go back to those when I retire and have time to practice.

Bloodslick · 12-11-2003, 09:37 AM

I've taken lessons in both guitar and orchestral bass. I was no good at either, really, and entirely too unsure of myself. Both were back in elementary school.

I tried to learn the chanter in order to play the bagpipes, but the only sounds I could produce sounded like a dying cow.

I can play the bodhran, the pennywhistle, and the jaw harp with varying proficiencies. All three rely more on innate musical talent more than learned techniques, I feel. I also sing passingly well.

anti fishstick · 12-11-2003, 09:56 AM

i've played violin since 4th grade
and taught myself guitar in 10th grade

i currently play neither really.. but i still know how to play them.

jbrooks544 · 12-11-2003, 10:00 AM

Classically trained violinist from age 5 through 19. I was in an ensemble group and the local symphony orchestra, etc.
Taught self to play bass guitar in HS and was in rock band.

Haven't played much in the last 20+ years though. If you get to the level I was at, you either turn professional and do little else, or you go and lead a normal life. If I can't spend the hour+ per day to stay in concert form then I get too frustrated by my suckiness. So, I just don't play.

BuddyHawks · 12-11-2003, 10:03 AM

I played the Sax up through high school.

I've always wanted to be good at the piano or violin.

12-11-2003, 10:34 AM

I self-taught the saxophone, I took piano lessons (but more enjoyed self-teaching), played flute for a year in middle school, and now my husband & I have CDJ turntables. I love music. I love percussion more than anything, tho, but don't know why I don't play it much. I have a conga and it's cool playing in drum circles.

Peryn · 12-11-2003, 10:44 AM

Played the Saxophone from 4th grade or so up to 8th. Got pretty good considering i didn't play much. Kinda helps that the sax has to probably be the easiest instrument to pick up, learn, and play well without having any talent. (none of that wierd lip stuff from the brass, doesnt take as much air as the flutes, no holes to cover or not cover like the clarinets...all in all its really very simple). Stopped playing many years ago. havent openend the case in years. Could probably squeek out a song if i had to though.

Messed around with the clarinet a little, same with piano. Could still bust out a piano song if i had to...but might take me a while of reading the music to figure it out. I really liked the sound from the bass clarinet.

spectre · 12-11-2003, 02:00 PM

Played the drums when I was younger. I play the guitar now.

Midnight_Son · 12-11-2003, 02:12 PM

guitar
bass
drums
keys
want to learn sax, perhaps in time

gnort · 12-11-2003, 02:38 PM

I played the piano when i was a yougin'
I can kind of play the Didgeridoo now
I would REALLY love to learn how to play the Banjo...ive always loved the instrument. If i have the $$ and time maybe ill self-teach myself someday

Fremen · 12-11-2003, 02:42 PM

I played trombone from the 6th grade to the 8th.
I switched electives because of friends, which I now regret.
I always meant to keep practicing after I quit the band, but stuff happened, you know?
Then, some cur-dog stole my 'bone!

Cycler · 12-11-2003, 03:59 PM

Started out playing the trumpet in 6th grade Mediocre at best. Switched over to baritone/euphonium after my director said I would be pretty good at it. Well I guess he was right. Played through out HS solo here and there opened up a field show once, my solo was the opening notes of the entire show damn that was fun. I can still play that solo and I am 10 years removed from it. Played baritone/euphonium for 3 years in college. I was okay played for enjoyment really.After my third year of college I switched to tuba because I was about to kill my section leader. Besides tuba, Low Brass, playing some bass. We were powerful. Played it for the remainder of my college career for four years (I got my masters). I was one of the only guys to actually graduate for awhile. We were a pretty hard partying group. During that time I played tuba I still played baritone during B-ball season in the Spirit Band. I also have gotten the opportunity to play baritone again for the Spirit Band. So I guess this about makes me the penultament band geek, proud. I guess it was worth it though. I got to go to Kansas City, Baltimore, New York, and Seattle, FOR FREE. Sit on the floor of the Final Four Game. Let's see where else: Lexington, KY; Buffalo, NY; Indianapolis, IN; Lincoln, NB; Alamo Bowl,. A few places I never would have gotten to go, so yeah it was and still is well worth it.

legolas · 12-11-2003, 04:45 PM

I'm a music major with a focus on voice, but I will have to learn almost every instrument in the course of the next 4 years. I also played violin since third grade and taught myself guitar.

rsl12 · 12-11-2003, 05:04 PM

jazz piano & some jazz guitar, i can hit a bass when necessary.

anyone in nova want to play?

pocon1 · 12-11-2003, 06:48 PM

I am learning to play the harmonica, can pick out a few beginner tunes, just had my first lesson wednesday.

NeverBorn · 12-11-2003, 07:04 PM

I play Percussion instruments..timpani, set, snare, bass..you name it. I guess thats what you get when your father and mother were both music majors...

ubertuber · 12-11-2003, 07:07 PM

Tuba player here... Been playing for 14 years now. They made me study piano in school, but unfortunately it didn't really take.

OFKU0 · 12-11-2003, 08:01 PM

Play and teach all styles and levels of guitar.

lafemmefatale · 12-11-2003, 08:24 PM

violin. that's it...sometimes i whistle a tune...

bubbagumpshrimp · 12-11-2003, 08:33 PM

I'm mainly a guitarist, but I also play bass, keys, and drums on occasion.

YourNeverThere · 12-11-2003, 09:11 PM

Violin for 12 years, I got up to grade 10 conservative, Piano got up to grade 4, bass gutair, gutair, trumpet, Clarinet, Xylophone, Baritone, drums, recorder, and trombone sort of.

guthmund · 12-11-2003, 09:15 PM

I have six years training with the Trumpet and French Horn.

I dropped those when I picked up the guitar (who hasn't?

) and wanted to impress girls.

I always wanted to learn to play classical cello or maybe try piano. Not classical piano, but more the bluesy stuff like Jellyroll Morton and the like.

amonkie · 12-11-2003, 09:45 PM

Been on the piano for 16 years, picked up ensemble percussion when I started high school- fell in love with the marimba and vibes. Playing four mallets is worth every blister!! Currently self teaching the guitar, waiting for those callouses to develop. Dabbled in the harp arena when my younger sis has the one from the HS home.

grumpyolddude · 12-11-2003, 10:27 PM

First off.... FLYMAN!!!! GREAT ARSENAL!!!!!

I play guitar (accoustic and electric), bass guitar, some keyboards, some vocals. Just started playing some bluesy-type stuff with some old goats like myself (with me on bass). Been out of it for too many years. Lot's of fun!

Leander · 12-11-2003, 10:33 PM

I played sax for 15 years (alto, tenor and soprano) self taught at guitar, banjo, dulcimer, mandolin, upright bass, piano and violin. Once you learn to read music it all falls into place.

12-11-2003, 06:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
raeanna74 I'm not a blonde! I'm knot! I'm knot! I'm knot! Location: Upper Michigan	Musical Instraments Tell us what kind of musical instraments have you learned? What do enjoy playing the most? Have you tried any unusual ones? For those of you who haven't played an instrament - what is you favorite to listen to? I have played the piano since I was 12. My grandmother taught me and I always think of her when I play. I took lessons for flute, and violin but quit both because I loved piano most and the time I spent practicing the other instraments meant that I didn't get to spend any time on my piano. I did get to try a number of other instraments, french horn, guitar, clarinet, accordian, and the saw. The saw was the most interesting and actually very easy. I was terrible at the horn and clarinet. I have always enjoyed music and mostly enjoy listening to string instraments of almost any sort. I'm not a picky music listener though. __________________ "Always learn the rules so that you can break them properly." Dalai Lama My Karma just ran over your Dogma.

12-11-2003, 06:18 AM	#2 (permalink)
lurkette My future is coming on Moderator Emeritus Location: east of the sun and west of the moon	I played the flute in high school, and I sing, and I can plunk out a tune on the piano if necessary. __________________ "If ten million people believe a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing." - Anatole France

12-11-2003, 06:55 AM	#4 (permalink)
SecretMethod70 Human Administrator Location: Chicago	Started the Alto Saxophone in 4th grade, and played a little tenor and baritone sax as well (pretty much the same when it comes down to how to play them). In high school I switched to the bassoon and played that all 4 years in the band and orchestra and played Alto Sax in the marching band (it was required ). I also have been singing since something like 3rd or 4th grade and have been taking voice lessons since my freshman year and now go to school studying voice. __________________ Le temps détruit tout "Musicians are the carriers and communicators of spirit in the most immediate sense." - Kurt Elling

12-11-2003, 06:58 AM	#5 (permalink)
sailor beauty in the breakdown Location: Chapel Hill, NC	I started playing percussion in fifth grade. I dont play it as part of an ensemble anymore, which I regret. I do still play a kit occasionally, though. I learned to play guitar in 8th grade. Still play it today, 5, almost 6 years later. A guitar fits a little better in a dorm room than a drumset __________________ "Good people do not need laws to tell them to act responsibly, while bad people will find a way around the laws." --Plato

12-11-2003, 07:06 AM	#7 (permalink)
Redlemon Devoted Donor Location: New England	First piano, then clarinet, then the e-flat (high) clarinet, then baritone horn (I got tired of dealing with reeds). Now I only sing. __________________ I can't read your signature. Sorry.

12-11-2003, 06:54 AM	#3 (permalink)
skysooner Registered User Location: Oklahoma	I played alto and tenor saxophone for awhile in high school. I have also taken guitar and oboe, but those never went any where. It was fun while it lasted, but I never had any real talent, so I was just as happy to give it up. I haven't played in over 20 years.

12-11-2003, 06:59 AM	#6 (permalink)
Gortexfogg I and I Location: Stillwater, OK	I played trumpet from 4th grade to 9th grade, and french horn from 7th to 9th. I loved playing both back then, but my fondest memory of playing any instrument would be in jazz band when I started to learn the art of the jazz solo. Makes me wish I had kept it up...

12-11-2003, 08:32 AM	#9 (permalink)
quadro2000 All Possibility, Made Of Custard Location: New York, NY	My main instrument is piano (16 years) and then guitar (acoustic rhythm, about 4 years, self-taught). In elementary school, I played the sax, then switched to the clarinet. I wasn't good enough to get into the band on either of those, but filled in on piano when it was needed and joined the jazz band in high school. I have a million instruments I want to learn. Up at the top of the list is harmonica and mandolin. I would also like to learn the vibes (so I can combine piano and my love of percussion) and the accordion. __________________ You have to laugh at yourself...because you'd cry your eyes out if you didn't. - Emily Saliers

12-11-2003, 08:38 AM	#10 (permalink)
furious Good enough to f*ck your mother... Location: Constant State Of Denial	Started off by learning guitar. Self taught and also by my mate who started a year before me. Then moved onto bass when we needed one in the band. Had to give it up because i never had the time to play anymore when i left university. Aint life a bitch. I occasionally get to play on my bro's. But all in all i miss it. __________________ «Ex Pr0n Special Forces Sgt Looking for Mercenary Work in Liberation Army» «Can provide references»

12-11-2003, 08:41 AM	#11 (permalink)
Fly see the links to my music? Location: Beautiful British Columbia	drummer first and foremost.......since i can remember. this is like my 6th kit. [IMG]http://groups.msn.com/_Secure/0TgDgAikZVQJMFlwtmVibOQAoR8j7cKRcBgrai8P7T1Oo3eIs2to1eE!K7eJPGIndeDbNOZihDD2LAFBAUZLl3GqHz3io0Xk2ymjScjo1D4en7YZRTDhuA/drums.JPG?dc=4675418594840912537[/IMG] but i play all of these as well......... just picked up a new keyboard that does everything except hold your dink when you pee.no pics of it yet. harmonica too. and this kit is my son's.i'm teachin' my kids to play everything as well. [IMG]http://groups.msn.com/_Secure/0WQCYGKAcwSiR2zt7BcQBMYtwRGvGDYw6AhTvufsEP71O1PBp2n8qoHU6MkrtNY6cgYM7j9HG!2bk52RCYSAS1VNG9RHrzb9DgDoDF6yYzpABLTCr3Qoo5IDA83PS4ORtnoZ*2l7o/riley's%20drums1.JPG?dc=4675445506206961947[/IMG] daughter is 7 and starting to sing.sometimes i wish the mics didn't go so loud though.she is just figuring out how to use her voice. good times. __________________ BASTARD SterlingStudios

12-11-2003, 08:42 AM	#12 (permalink)
Cynthetiq Tilted Cat Head Administrator Location: Manhattan, NY	trumpet in HS, and piano for awhile. I can play some songs that I memorized and I can read sheet music __________________ I don't care if you are black, white, purple, green, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, hippie, cop, bum, admin, user, English, Irish, French, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, indian, cowboy, tall, short, fat, skinny, emo, punk, mod, rocker, straight, gay, lesbian, jock, nerd, geek, Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist, either you're an asshole or you're not. What's the best nation in the world? DO-NATION!

12-11-2003, 08:51 AM	#13 (permalink)
ARTelevision I change Location: USA	Classical piano for 11 years. After that played keyboards in bands. Still play 'em at home. __________________ create evolution

12-11-2003, 09:01 AM	#14 (permalink)
SabrinaFair Junkie Location: Louisville, KY	Piano from second grade to ninth grade...I can still bang out some notes, but I wouldn't say I "play". I played flute in band from fifth grade to freshman year, when I switched to French horn/mellophone. I wasn't great at any of them, but I do love the sound of a French horn. I have a guitar. Do I play? Not really...a regret that I've never learned any more. __________________ "With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy." -Desiderata

12-11-2003, 09:32 AM	#15 (permalink)
BentNotTwisted Optimistic Skeptic Location: Midway between a Beehive and Centennial	Played baritone horn from 6th to 9th grade. It was a good experience, but one I don't care to repeat. One of the most amazing instruments I have ever heard is the harpsichord. The sound is very haunting. It was at a private party and the guy playing it was very skilled at extemporizing. It seemed he could go for hours without repeating. Too bad the invention of the piano pretty much killed that instrument. __________________ IS THAT IT ???!!! Do you even know what 'it' is? When the last man dies for just words that he said... We Shall Be Free

12-11-2003, 09:33 AM	#16 (permalink)
G_Whiz Junkie Location: Northern California	I had piano lessons starting when I was 5. In 4th grade I switched to the coronet and trumpet. I played that until HS when I switched to singing. I have tried a little guitar and banjo. I may go back to those when I retire and have time to practice. __________________ If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?

12-11-2003, 02:12 PM	#24 (permalink)
Midnight_Son The Cover Doesn't Match The Book Location: in a van down by the river	guitar bass drums keys want to learn sax, perhaps in time __________________ SWM, tattooed, seeks meaningful tits and beer. Enjoys biker mags, pornography, and Sunday morning walks to the liquor store. Winners of erotic hot dog eating contests given priority.

12-11-2003, 09:37 AM	#17 (permalink)
Bloodslick Loser Location: a darkened back alley	I've taken lessons in both guitar and orchestral bass. I was no good at either, really, and entirely too unsure of myself. Both were back in elementary school. I tried to learn the chanter in order to play the bagpipes, but the only sounds I could produce sounded like a dying cow. I can play the bodhran, the pennywhistle, and the jaw harp with varying proficiencies. All three rely more on innate musical talent more than learned techniques, I feel. I also sing passingly well.

12-11-2003, 09:56 AM	#18 (permalink)
anti fishstick Post-modernism meets Individualism AKA the Clash Location: oregon	i've played violin since 4th grade and taught myself guitar in 10th grade i currently play neither really.. but i still know how to play them. __________________ And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. ~Anais Nin

12-11-2003, 10:00 AM	#19 (permalink)
jbrooks544 Addict	Classically trained violinist from age 5 through 19. I was in an ensemble group and the local symphony orchestra, etc. Taught self to play bass guitar in HS and was in rock band. Haven't played much in the last 20+ years though. If you get to the level I was at, you either turn professional and do little else, or you go and lead a normal life. If I can't spend the hour+ per day to stay in concert form then I get too frustrated by my suckiness. So, I just don't play.

12-11-2003, 10:03 AM	#20 (permalink)
BuddyHawks Swashbuckling Location: Iowa...sometimes	I played the Sax up through high school. I've always wanted to be good at the piano or violin. __________________ Watch More TV

12-11-2003, 10:34 AM	#21 (permalink)
:::OshnSoul::: Guest	I self-taught the saxophone, I took piano lessons (but more enjoyed self-teaching), played flute for a year in middle school, and now my husband & I have CDJ turntables. I love music. I love percussion more than anything, tho, but don't know why I don't play it much. I have a conga and it's cool playing in drum circles.

12-11-2003, 10:44 AM	#22 (permalink)
Peryn Junkie Location: San Diego, CA.	Played the Saxophone from 4th grade or so up to 8th. Got pretty good considering i didn't play much. Kinda helps that the sax has to probably be the easiest instrument to pick up, learn, and play well without having any talent. (none of that wierd lip stuff from the brass, doesnt take as much air as the flutes, no holes to cover or not cover like the clarinets...all in all its really very simple). Stopped playing many years ago. havent openend the case in years. Could probably squeek out a song if i had to though. Messed around with the clarinet a little, same with piano. Could still bust out a piano song if i had to...but might take me a while of reading the music to figure it out. I really liked the sound from the bass clarinet. __________________ Dont cry kid, It's not your fault you suck.

12-11-2003, 02:00 PM	#23 (permalink)
spectre Junkie	Played the drums when I was younger. I play the guitar now. __________________ "Fuck these chains No goddamn slave I will be different" ~ Machine Head

12-11-2003, 02:38 PM	#25 (permalink)
gnort Psycho Location: MA	I played the piano when i was a yougin' I can kind of play the Didgeridoo now I would REALLY love to learn how to play the Banjo...ive always loved the instrument. If i have the $$ and time maybe ill self-teach myself someday __________________ You had me at Qapla'

12-11-2003, 02:42 PM	#26 (permalink)
Fremen With a mustache, the cool factor would be too much Location: left side of my couch, East Texas	I played trombone from the 6th grade to the 8th. I switched electives because of friends, which I now regret. I always meant to keep practicing after I quit the band, but stuff happened, you know? Then, some cur-dog stole my 'bone! __________________ Google

12-11-2003, 03:59 PM	#27 (permalink)
Cycler Float on.... Alright Location: Where the wind comes sweeping down the plains, i.e. Oklahoma	Started out playing the trumpet in 6th grade Mediocre at best.<br>Switched over to baritone/euphonium after my director said I would be pretty good at it. Well I guess he was right. Played through out HS solo here and there opened up a field show once, my solo was the opening notes of the entire show damn that was fun. I can still play that solo and I am 10 years removed from it.<br>Played baritone/euphonium for 3 years in college. I was okay played for enjoyment really.<p>After my third year of college I switched to tuba because I was about to kill my section leader. Besides tuba, Low Brass, playing some bass. We were powerful. Played it for the remainder of my college career for four years (I got my masters). I was one of the only guys to actually graduate for awhile. We were a pretty hard partying group. During that time I played tuba I still played baritone during B-ball season in the Spirit Band. <p>I also have gotten the opportunity to play baritone again for the Spirit Band. <p>So I guess this about makes me the penultament band geek, proud.<br>I guess it was worth it though. I got to go to Kansas City, Baltimore, New York, and Seattle, FOR FREE. Sit on the floor of the Final Four Game. Let's see where else: Lexington, KY; Buffalo, NY; Indianapolis, IN; Lincoln, NB; Alamo Bowl,. A few places I never would have gotten to go, so yeah it was and still is well worth it. __________________ "I'm not even supposed to be here today." "I assure you we're open."

12-11-2003, 04:45 PM	#28 (permalink)
legolas shit faced cockmaster Location: CT	I'm a music major with a focus on voice, but I will have to learn almost every instrument in the course of the next 4 years. I also played violin since third grade and taught myself guitar. __________________ "To alcohol! The cause of, and solution to, all of life's problems."

12-11-2003, 05:04 PM	#29 (permalink)
rsl12 On the lam Location: northern va	jazz piano & some jazz guitar, i can hit a bass when necessary. anyone in nova want to play? __________________ oh baby oh baby, i like gravy.

12-11-2003, 06:48 PM	#30 (permalink)
pocon1 Banned	I am learning to play the harmonica, can pick out a few beginner tunes, just had my first lesson wednesday.

12-11-2003, 07:04 PM	#31 (permalink)
NeverBorn I'm a pepper bitch..	I play Percussion instruments..timpani, set, snare, bass..you name it. I guess thats what you get when your father and mother were both music majors...

12-11-2003, 07:07 PM	#32 (permalink)
ubertuber spudly Location: Ellay	Tuba player here... Been playing for 14 years now. They made me study piano in school, but unfortunately it didn't really take. __________________ Cogito ergo spud -- I think, therefore I yam

12-11-2003, 08:01 PM	#33 (permalink)
OFKU0 Junk	Play and teach all styles and levels of guitar. __________________ " In Canada, you can tell the most blatant lie in a calm voice, and people will believe you over someone who's a little passionate about the truth." David Warren, Western Standard.

12-11-2003, 08:24 PM	#34 (permalink)
lafemmefatale Insane Location: Vancouver	violin. that's it...sometimes i whistle a tune... __________________ -poor is the man whose pleasure depends on the permission of another-

12-11-2003, 08:33 PM	#35 (permalink)
bubbagumpshrimp Crazy	I'm mainly a guitarist, but I also play bass, keys, and drums on occasion.

12-11-2003, 09:11 PM	#36 (permalink)
YourNeverThere Practical Anarchist Location: Yesterday i woke up stuck in hollywood	Violin for 12 years, I got up to grade 10 conservative, Piano got up to grade 4, bass gutair, gutair, trumpet, Clarinet, Xylophone, Baritone, drums, recorder, and trombone sort of. __________________ The Above post is a direct quote from Shakespeare

12-11-2003, 09:15 PM	#37 (permalink)
guthmund big damn hero	I have six years training with the Trumpet and French Horn. I dropped those when I picked up the guitar (who hasn't? ) and wanted to impress girls. I always wanted to learn to play classical cello or maybe try piano. Not classical piano, but more the bluesy stuff like Jellyroll Morton and the like. __________________ No signature. None. Seriously.