Am I too old to play the sax?

In this video we discuss the question "Are you too old to play or to start playing the saxophone?" The short answer is "No, you're not" and I share some thoughts about why exactly and why playing the saxophone is one of life's great experiences at what ever age you are.
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[@angelabarker7491]

Started sop and alto sax at 72, now I'm 80 and play in Jazz Band and an orchestra. Yippee.

[@jillytiffen6305]

Thank you Lyndon for all your supportive videos! You are a rare breed! 😁👍👌

[@dsilva70]

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 🎉

[@ossorrera]

very well explained, you just gave me wisdom.

[@jimmygraf]

Hi Lindén. Im afraid I’m starting too love you 😉😇💕Thank you so much for everything you share 🙏🙏🙏

[@michaelharvey5138]

Nice to come across such a positive and encouraging video !…

[@peterankin985]

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

[@kooky74]

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 ❤

[@dennistimmons1132]

agree...Started at 61, one year ago and love it .... Jamming with my friends in a band....

[@BassNSax628]

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.

[@trefordavies3670]

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 .

[@regularnimnule9715]

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.

[@kurtsundin6538]

Good♥

[@avon57]

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!

[@mahendrawardhana3189]

I started at around 52, now I'm 65. Played the flute since I was about 17.

[@briangreen842]

68 play cords but need help.

[@GordonCrowe100]

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!

[@unclemick-synths]

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.