I’m 74 years old and after hardly playing my guitar for about 50 years I made up my mind to start playing my guitar basically every day. That was 7 months ago, and I play at least 1/2 hour every day. I bought a Focusrite audio interface, downloaded Ableton DAW program, and after several weeks of frustration have finally figured out how to record in the damn thing 😆. So apparently you really can teach an old dog new tricks!
It’s awesome that you’re back to playing music again, and that you’re embracing technology! It's so good for us to play, and yes, even a few minutes a day and to challenge ourselves to learn new things. I know it's hard. But in the long run, it is rewarding. Congratulations and keep going. Have a great year!
Thanks for sharing your journey! It is inspiring and in some ways eye opening. I will be 70 next month and over the last year after having COVID it seems the hands of time have decided to show my age. I won't go into details other then I am questioning how am I going to keep playing guitar. Your story and other videos have inspired me to think ahead be creative. Look for other means to play music regardless how simple. I don't sing at all, but I wrote my first song a couple weeks ago. Also, teaching my 2 year old grandson who wears hearing aids to count and abc's was going slow until I started putting a simple rhythm by clapping or hitting my thigh and chanting to the rhythm It proved to me I can still enjoy music through other avenues. Thank you and others for the inspiration.
Thank you for this -. I’m 73 and started playing guitar last year … I’m just enjoying the heck out of learning new stuff and trying to become good at it ….
Thank you for checking out the video. I'm glad it resonated with you and it's great that you picked up the guitar. It's so great to learn today because there are so many resources available....it is easier than ever. Keep playing and enjoy!
Hey my friend. Thanks for your comment. Strokes can be scary things, but as long as you can get back your mobility we can learn to do things again. Have a great new year and I will be sharing more about my experiences with playing music and overcoming the after effects of my strrokes.
@shivadasambient Every day I realize how lucky I was that it wasn't much worse. Losing the ability to play guitar is such a small thing compared to what other people lost with their strokes. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
You're absolutely correct, man. It is never too late! The human body is incredible. As we heal, we can adapt and relearn critical motor skills in the face of incredible challenges. Look how far you've come so far. We are truly fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of our Creator and He has an awesome plan for you, brother! I look forward to hearing more from you! Blessings!
Thank you so much. So well said and yes it is true that this human body is an incredible machine! I believe the same things. God has given us this gift and we should enjoy while we can and in whatever condition it is in. Have a great day and thank you for your inspirational comment.
wow, any hobbyist who suffered that kind of medical setback would most likely just give up. you prove you have the heart of an artist! that's inspiring to me. you're right, just keep creating however you're able.
thanks....there are plenty of people out there who have much bigger setbacks then me and figure out ways to work around them. Thank you for your kind words
Never give up.Years ago I had a serious problem with my left hand ,after I been injured.I used to play just with 3 fingers.Later I started play again with the damaged finger.Novadays is the hand ok.I wish You successful happy new year.
Thanks you. It's great that you kept going! Yeah today my right picking hand is ok, but I just don't have the strength and dexterity I used to. My left hand is working pretty well....almost normal now so it just shows that our nervous system can heal itself in some cases. I was lucky. I could barely speak after my stroke, it took about a month to be able to be coherent, I hope you have a great New Year!
Thanks for the words of encouragement and inspiration, I wish you every success in your endeavours in the future, may you be amply rewarded for your courage and determination. 🤟😎👍
I really enjoyed this video and its positivity. I plan to upload more with playing this year too, I have older material on here but fun to keep at it. I just Subscribed Happy New Year.
Nice listening to you, on my 15th guitar started late but live for playing , set a you tube “Gareth Martyn Davies” this is my hobby without pressure and learning module , love learning 🇬🇧🙌❤️
nice....love the pink floyd....one of my favorites. Just subscribed to you channel. you are a better player than me....I am starting over but the cool thing is got to learn to play guitar twice! Oh man, you just gave me an idea for a new video. Thanks and keep playing!
I’m 74 years old and after hardly playing my guitar for about 50 years I made up my mind to start playing my guitar basically every day. That was 7 months ago, and I play at least 1/2 hour every day. I bought a Focusrite audio interface, downloaded Ableton DAW program, and after several weeks of frustration have finally figured out how to record in the damn thing 😆. So apparently you really can teach an old dog new tricks!
It’s awesome that you’re back to playing music again, and that you’re embracing technology! It's so good for us to play, and yes, even a few minutes a day and to challenge ourselves to learn new things. I know it's hard. But in the long run, it is rewarding. Congratulations and keep going. Have a great year!
Way to go!
Never too old until you die
Thanks for sharing your journey! It is inspiring and in some ways eye opening. I will be 70 next month and over the last year after having COVID it seems the hands of time have decided to show my age. I won't go into details other then I am questioning how am I going to keep playing guitar. Your story and other videos have inspired me to think ahead be creative. Look for other means to play music regardless how simple. I don't sing at all, but I wrote my first song a couple weeks ago. Also, teaching my 2 year old grandson who wears hearing aids to count and abc's was going slow until I started putting a simple rhythm by clapping or hitting my thigh and chanting to the rhythm It proved to me I can still enjoy music through other avenues. Thank you and others for the inspiration.
Thank you so much for sharing your story, I am glad I could inspire you! And you are inspiring me as well. Just keep playing my friend!
Thank you for this -. I’m 73 and started playing guitar last year … I’m just enjoying the heck out of learning new stuff and trying to become good at it ….
Thank you for checking out the video. I'm glad it resonated with you and it's great that you picked up the guitar. It's so great to learn today because there are so many resources available....it is easier than ever. Keep playing and enjoy!
I had a stroke 4 years ago. It gives me some hope when i see someone else who has regained the ability to play. Thanks for the inspiration.
Hey my friend. Thanks for your comment. Strokes can be scary things, but as long as you can get back your mobility we can learn to do things again. Have a great new year and I will be sharing more about my experiences with playing music and overcoming the after effects of my strrokes.
@shivadasambient Every day I realize how lucky I was that it wasn't much worse. Losing the ability to play guitar is such a small thing compared to what other people lost with their strokes.
Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
You're absolutely correct, man. It is never too late! The human body is incredible. As we heal, we can adapt and relearn critical motor skills in the face of incredible challenges. Look how far you've come so far. We are truly fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of our Creator and He has an awesome plan for you, brother! I look forward to hearing more from you! Blessings!
Thank you so much. So well said and yes it is true that this human body is an incredible machine! I believe the same things. God has given us this gift and we should enjoy while we can and in whatever condition it is in. Have a great day and thank you for your inspirational comment.
wow, any hobbyist who suffered that kind of medical setback would most likely just give up. you prove you have the heart of an artist! that's inspiring to me. you're right, just keep creating however you're able.
thanks....there are plenty of people out there who have much bigger setbacks then me and figure out ways to work around them. Thank you for your kind words
Never give up.Years ago I had a serious problem with my left hand ,after I been injured.I used to play just with 3 fingers.Later I started play again with the damaged finger.Novadays is the hand ok.I wish You successful happy new year.
Thanks you. It's great that you kept going! Yeah today my right picking hand is ok, but I just don't have the strength and dexterity I used to. My left hand is working pretty well....almost normal now so it just shows that our nervous system can heal itself in some cases. I was lucky. I could barely speak after my stroke, it took about a month to be able to be coherent, I hope you have a great New Year!
@@shivadasambient Thank You.
Thanks for the words of encouragement and inspiration, I wish you every success in your endeavours in the future, may you be amply rewarded for your courage and determination. 🤟😎👍
Thank you for your kind words. Hope you have a great year!
That sounds pretty damn good for a cassette recording 😎👍
I guess....I did try to clean up the sound a bit in GarageBand. And the wonders of recording in a bathroom......Thanks!
I really enjoyed this video and its positivity. I plan to upload more with playing this year too, I have older material on here but fun to keep at it. I just Subscribed Happy New Year.
Thank you for subscribing and I'm glad you liked the video. I plan to do a lot more this year...Have a great day!
Nice listening to you, on my 15th guitar started late but live for playing , set a you tube “Gareth Martyn Davies” this is my hobby without pressure and learning module , love learning 🇬🇧🙌❤️
nice....love the pink floyd....one of my favorites. Just subscribed to you channel. you are a better player than me....I am starting over but the cool thing is got to learn to play guitar twice! Oh man, you just gave me an idea for a new video. Thanks and keep playing!