I'll second Richard's thoughts. I'm by no means a great piper. I started too late in life to ever become anything more than competent.
I absolutely HAVE TO hear a tune a few times before the funny little squiggles on the page make any sense at all to me. Once I have the melody fixed in my mind, I can start to use the sheet music to puzzle out where my fingers need to go. In truth, I learn the melody mostly by ear, and then use the sheet music to make sure I'm playing the same embellishments as the rest of the band.
Also, I'd suggest that no matter how good a teacher is, not every teacher can work with every student. If you find yourself truly bogged down, frustrated for an extended time, it may be that a change of instructor will do you some good.
Last edited by KD Burke; 5th August 16 at 04:06 AM.
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