I started a class today. My voice coach is offering a music theory class for adults, so I decided that I would try it out. After a lifetime of music I don't believe I have ever had a formal theory class. To be sure, I have had a lot of theory incorporated into various lessons, but nothing like what I'm undertaking now.
One of the great things was realizing that I have a lot of the basics, and the terminology. I am still intimidated by the assignments and the staff paper. The thought of putting marks on that pristine page and not doing it neatly and legibly is terrifying, and I didn't even have nuns for bad memories like Chrissie did.
And the thought of actually trying anything on the piano! Phhhtt!
But how silly is that, right? what is the piano for if not to try stuff out and be able to hear the things that are described on paper.
I am sure this will provide lots of opportunity for insight, griping and feeling I can't possibly get "it" for the next few weeks. then, based on previous efforts, I'm hopeful that the light will go on and I will know jsut exactly what the lesson is and how it applies.
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You'll be fine! Throw away your fear, don't worry about making mistakes, remember your joy and just throw yourself into it! Start off with a scrap piece of paper and just have fun. I bet you'll discover you know more than you think you do!
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