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From dpshaffer on 1/5/2015 5:17:09 AM

I am 65 and just starting out, well I took a few lessons about 35 years ago but cannot remember a thing! Its really hard but I'm not giving up this time!

10 Comments
	icwc says: 1/5/2015 6:01:34 AM Way to go hang in there, I was 62and have no musical talent but have been at it for a year and it is getting better. Make sure you tape yourself so when you think it's not getting better listen to your first time and you'll be amazed. Practice practice. Good luck and welcome.
	KenBirmingham says: 1/5/2015 6:37:03 AM Go for it, I`m 67 and have been playing for 4 yrs. I started with the Murphy Method I found it the best to begin with.
	statch says: 1/5/2015 7:02:00 AM Started in October at the tender age of 67. Enjoying the experience. Since we travel in a Motorhome I am being urged strongly by my wife to buy a mute. I also am using the Murphy tapes along with a couple of good friends who play banjo. Good luck. U tube is also a great learning tool.
	wolosp says: 1/5/2015 9:26:05 AM 62 and just starting out. Yet to get a banjo...got a shortlist of instruments I'm interested in, but I just need to sell a few things to finance it, and then I'll be away! :-)
	bulk says: 1/5/2015 10:33:07 AM I started at few months ago at 35, Seeing all of you guys starting in your 60s gives me an extra boost of motivation. I now know I have no excuses when I might be tempted to think I am too old. You guys rock! thanks for the inspiration!
	tacotommy says: 1/5/2015 11:35:10 AM right on!
	dpshaffer says: 1/5/2015 11:49:02 AM Hey Bulk, when you get to be my age you'll be picking like Earl!
	roadstar75 says: 1/5/2015 6:47:16 PM There is no time like right now, keep at it. Richard
	Stardust0262 says: 1/13/2015 3:00:01 AM Glad to hear to it. Keep with it. Cheers Steve
	southpawpickn says: 1/20/2015 1:37:50 AM I might be half your age but Im in the same boat. You sir give me inspiration as well. Stick to it and look forward to seeing you picking away in the near future.
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