Started sop and alto sax at 72, now I'm 80 and play in Jazz Band and an orchestra. Yippee.
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Wow Angela, thank you so much for sharing this with me, what an inspiration you are 👏👏🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@jillytiffen63055 ай бұрын
Thank you Lyndon for all your supportive videos! You are a rare breed! 😁👍👌
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Jilly thank you so much, that’s very kind of you to say 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@dsilva705 ай бұрын
I started 2 Months ago playing sax aged 53, and I totally agree! What motivates me is the process of developing myself into something new and not really how good I am in playing it when comparing myself to others. Cheers 🎉
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
That’s a brilliant approach, just enjoy the journey and thanks for your feedback 🤝🤝😎😎🎷🎷
@peterankin9855 ай бұрын
Lynden i started playing the sax when i was 44 years old i am 74 now and still playing i have met people from all over the world at sax schools in london birmingham shefield and lousville kentucky with jamie abersolds summer schools, i practice everyday well almost as i live in a flat in spain and lt is hard to practice with conviction so i go to the nearby park and practice even at my age i still look for new things to try on the sax as it keeps my mind active its important as you grow older, it is why i watch your vids you teach with conviction and are body and soul in what you do they help me to refresh my mind practicing in thirds for example as i forgot but saw your vid and began practicing that a few days ago,,anyone out there reading this pick up the sax and learn like i did i was shy at 44 to learn and timid because i was surrounded by young dudes playing really good but jamie abersold said to me once dont be shy you are whats known as a late bloomer so go forward. Keep on posting the vids you are helping people on a wonderful musical journey...peter...Alicante Spain
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Peter, thank you so much for this, it’s beautiful. I too have been on the Aebersold course and found it to be wonderful. Thank you for sharing this with me and also for your very encouraging comments 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@kooky745 ай бұрын
True true true 😂. I started at 45 after 35 years of piano. Also play guitare, drums and flute. But when i decided to start sax, that changed my life. For this instrument you absolutly need connexion. That is why it it so nice to play. Thx for your video ❤
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Wow that’s amazing. Sax does change your life if you let it Kooky and thank you for sharing this with me 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@trefordavies36705 ай бұрын
Now in retirement at 66 , the sax is really fun now I have more time ! Your video on Take five and session band has been a massive step forward. Nailed the head , now it’s getting Mr Desmond’s solo . How good does that feel . Many thanks .
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Wow Trefor, that’s so fantastic to hear and thank you for saying so, it really lights up my day to know that these videos are helping 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@trefordavies36705 ай бұрын
@@lyndenblades thank you for these videos ! I am listening to your Baker Street on headphones . Was Honey teaching singing whilst you created the video as I can hear singing ? This is absolutely no criticism I want sure if you had noticed ?
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Hi Trefor. Yes that’s Andrea teaching in the background that you can hear. We both teach from home full time so our house is constantly full of music. I am aware that occasionally you can hear the singing in the background. I record in a small conservatory attached to the back of our home and if I close the double doors to block out sound it makes my voice really echo-y so I keep them open and you can hear Andrea singing, but I don’t think it takes away from the tutorials too much so I leave it in. I’m still quite new to this whole relaunch of my channel so still finding my way really. Thank you for all your lovely comments and support 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@dennistimmons11325 ай бұрын
agree...Started at 61, one year ago and love it .... Jamming with my friends in a band....
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
That’s so awesome Dennis, you’ve done really well 👍👍👍🎷🎷🎷🤝🤝🤝
@BassNSax6285 ай бұрын
I was 36 when I started sax. I had no musical background at all. I was 50 when I started playing bass guitar. I play both regularly. Only last night I played both at an open mic night. When I was a teenager, early 20’s , I was far too busy playing sport, chasing girls and enjoying life.
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
That’s so awesome 🤩 Playing the sax attracted a beautiful female singer into my life and we’ve been married for 24 years now so I’m not allowed to chase girls anymore 😎😎😎🎷🎷 I’m so old I’d be rubbish at it anyway 😆
@jimmygraf2 ай бұрын
Hi Lindén. Im afraid I’m starting too love you 😉😇💕Thank you so much for everything you share 🙏🙏🙏
@lyndenblades2 ай бұрын
You are so welcome 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@ossorrera3 ай бұрын
very well explained, you just gave me wisdom.
@lyndenblades3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😎😎🤝🤝🎷🎷
@regularnimnule97155 ай бұрын
Started sax at 61, a few months ago. I've played guitar since I was 14 so there's undoubtedly an advantage in terms of musical theory. BUT zero in terms of physically getting to grips with a woodwind instrument. Set goals, practice, set more goals. I'm like a kid in candy shop learning stuff - the joy of getting some passages right in Moon River yesterday was the same joy as nailing Rockaway Beach when I was a kid.
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Hi there and thank you for sharing this with me. I think it’s absolutely wonderful that you’re enjoying developing your skills on the sax and keep going. Moon River is such a beautiful tune, I’d love to hear you play it. Thanks again 😎😎🤝🤝🎷🎷
@mahendrawardhana31894 ай бұрын
I started at around 52, now I'm 65. Played the flute since I was about 17.
@lyndenblades4 ай бұрын
That’s awesome to hear!! 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@avon575 ай бұрын
That's a really insightful video. Articulate and intelligent. One thing, I think the assimilation process becomes a touch more difficult with age, but that's more than balanced out by all the positives!
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
You’re probably right, but the determination and awareness is enhanced as we get older in my opinion. Thank you so much for your feedback 🤝🤝🎷🎷
@kurtsundin65385 ай бұрын
Good♥
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Thank you Kurt 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎
@unclemick-synths5 ай бұрын
Yep, play for fun and ignore the tiny (and silly) minority who think there's no point starting unless you're going to be a virtuoso. The challenge is to not be impatient and to only judge yourself against where you were a year ago.
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Hi Mick, thank you for this and I absolutely agree with you. It’s a never ending journey and isn’t it great to always have an opportunity to learn, develop, grow and improve? I absolutely love being a student of the saxophone 😎😎🎷🎷🤝🤝
@GordonCrowe1004 ай бұрын
I am 66. Started clarinet in lockdown. Went on to sax. Believe it or not I still don’t sound like Lester Young! More a Dexter Gordon! Only joking ! Really!
@lyndenblades4 ай бұрын
That’s so weird because nor do I 😂😂😎😎🎷🎷🤝🤝
@briangreen8425 ай бұрын
68 play cords but need help.
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
I’m here to help you Brian 🤝🤝🎷🎷
@michaelharvey51385 ай бұрын
Nice to come across such a positive and encouraging video !…
@lyndenblades5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Michael, I really appreciate your feedback 🤝🤝🎷🎷😎😎