I started violin when I was 70, and took lessons for 5 years. Recently, I found another adult violinist to play duets with, and we met and played once a week. last Fall, two other adults joined us, and in December, we performed at a local mall. Last week (Jan), another violinist and a celloist joined too. This journey has not been without its challenges, but the rewards of all the fun I'm having definitely outweighs all the effort I've put in. At 76, I am living proof that you're never too young to learn violin.

I’m 72 years old and have just picked up the violin about three months ago. I have to deal with neck and shoulder pain but I don’t want to quit.

I started violin journey 32 and I pass Abrsm violin grade 8 exam in last year.I'm so proud.It's not easy for my age 43.

A little every day. That's my theory. I'm back on violin after years....and it feels good.

First of all, I need to tell you Joy that you are so pretty and you have the warmest smile. Thank you for saying what you said. I've always wanted to study the violin since I was a child. But we were poor and my family did not see the use in it. I finally decided to study last August at 58 years old. I found a very nice teacher here in Tokyo (most of her students are adults too) and i am really enjoying it. The reason I think old fogies like me should take up the violin is that we study for pure love. To understand the music better. To appreciate our favorite performers and playfully try to mimic their playing. We don't stress out worrying about being great or hoping to play professionally. We just want to play, like children do with their toys. An outlet for fun and a channel for creativity. Never to old to learn.

Im 52 and haven't had formal lessons for 40 yrs. I'm currently trying to learn on my own. These last 40 yrs I just picked it up occasionally. But now want to play again. Right now I feel I am only playing for my own enjoyment and its a great stress reliever. Soon I want to find an online teacher. I'm in a small town where the school has no orchestra & no teachers I can go to. I would love to play at church or for crowds or events some day

Just found you today! Passed my grade 4 last week at age 67 and excited to practice grade 5 pieces. Thank you so much for your wonderful advice.

Joy, you are a natural and inspiring teacher. I really enjoy your interpretations of music and solutions of playing. Great teachers are remembered for a lifetime.

Wonderful encouragement to adult learners!!

Hi dear joy I just felt you talked about me i'm seventy years old and had very good progress with you with no disappointment .thanks a world.

Oh and by the way...I found that "choking up" on the bow the same way a baseball player chokes up on the bat gives me better control. My bow no longer bounces around on the violin. 👌

Thank. You for that it encouraged me I am 72 having so much fun working on waltz 2

It's something like : "It is impossible to solve a problem with the same mindset that created the problem in the first place " Best video ever , thank you 😀

I'm in this age category. I just love the sound of violin. I consider a gift to myself to learn to play well. I came across an on-line teacher who said that you only need two things - persistence and patience. Most adults have these attributes so it's an advantage. I must add that you must have a good teacher. It's a complicated instrument to learn on your own. I'm fortunate to have Joy as my on-line teacher. I'm playing pieces now way beyond what I thought I was capable of learning. Joy you're such an amazing teacher.

Thank you dear Joy for such a kind and thoughtful video 🤗🤗🤗 we have all found a wonderful teacher 😀

Dear Joy, my violin Journey started 5 years ago. Now I Play in a string Orchestra and my Dreams has become true. So it's never too late. Happy New years. You Look wonderful❤

I had always wanted to be a violinst however my parents couldnt afford it . Seven years ago I just start it without teacher only through you tube … How brave I was…now I have a wonderful teacher . With violin my depression anger have just been swept away . I quit spending on luxurious items and being sarcastic. I wish I had started it earlier . People have still criticized me that i am wasting my time and I am bad at playing but they fail to stop me . Thank yoy tracher joy , you are one of the teachers I had watched fromthe beginning and your kind voice smile and tips encouraged me inspired me . I couldnt aporeciate it more . Wish you all the best and I wish one day I could see you in person and take lesson and thank you .I am 46 and thinking about going to colleage of music hopefully in 10 years .

😊 Happy New Year to you! Thank you for telling us that we are never too old to learn an instrument like the 🎻

Happy New Year to you and yours, Bless your heart and wish you all the best :)

thank you so much. very encouraging

Just as lovely as i remember you. :) Have a good day, Joy.

Happy new year, dear Joy! Thank you so much for your words, for being such a great inspiration and wonderful teacher! ❤❤❤

Happy new year 🎉joy

🎻Excellent!👨🏻 👍Great lesson, Joy! Thank you! Happy New Year!

You inspire me to continue... Thank you Joy. At the end of this year I hope to send you a message telling you about my excellent progress in studying the violin.❤❤❤

happy new year🎻

Thank u mam for this encouraging video. Happy new year.❤🙏🙏🙏

Happy New year Joy maam🎉

i started violin journey 16... 😊

Thank you for this video. As a violist you really inspire me to practice everyday youre teaching is precise and motivate us that struggle is part of practicing. Thank you❤ btw I cant find your facebook group

Hello Joy. I would like to know where I can found a music stand like yours I see on the video?

I know it don't count, but I'm finally gonna get an electric guitar, so i can learn and sell my music finally..... I got like 1000 songs I've made, can't sell ANY OF THEM, I need to learn electric guitar. I'm 38. I will.

Violin is very difficult