Music School in Your 30’s?
Summary
Josh Wright answers listener Anthony’s question about pursuing a music degree after retiring at 34 with only 18 months of piano experience. Wright advises against formal university programs, arguing that degrees do not guarantee success and that private lessons offer superior value. He suggests focusing on high-quality private instruction, hiring a theory tutor, and self-studying music history instead of enrolling in expensive, often irrelevant coursework.
Topics discussed
Listener Question: Is Piano School Right for Me?
Degrees vs. Success: The Daniel Trifonov Example
The Reality of Conservatory Curriculum and Requirements
Cost-Effective Alternatives: Tutors and Self-Study
Modern Music Careers: Entrepreneurship Over Grants
Admissions Realities and Finding Quality Teachers
Final Advice and Podcast Resources
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