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I don’t know if I hit the topic header too soon, but this is a motivated senior. I started taking lessons on harp in my 50s, but it was interrupted for several years, then resumed in my late 60s (one year ago). My biggest issues: size! I am very short 4’9″ and can’t schlep around a big heavy harp by myself. I play other instruments but harp requires learning new techniques, two staffs & better eyesight (I am overdue for eye exam), and Two Ps, patience and perseverance. I think aging is a state of mind – it doesn’t have to hold you back. If determined, you can learn at any age. BTW, I had carpal tunnel surgery on both wrists to keep playing all instruments. It helped! Stay away from too much red meat, white sugar, white flour if you have osteoarthritis.

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