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[brawlcreed]

[He's trying to be as stealthy about this as possible on the chance Henry will see this and start questioning it. Jacob is pretty sure that he hasn't talked TOO much about Edward's ship that the connection will be obvious]

I was wondering if there's anyone out there who can teach me how to play an instrument. Something I can carry around is ideal but I do know a bit about the piano already.

I know how to read music already so we can skip that bit of the lesson.

Thanks.

Comments

[brawlcreed]

I like a challenge.
But I want to learn the instrument for something in particular.
And I don't want to take months to do it.

[arrowroot]

I'm not entirely sure that can be achievable in such a short amount of time. I mean, we could -try-...

[brawlcreed]

That other fellow seems to think it's possible.

[arrowroot]

Hm. As someone who took years to become proficient, I'm going to have to voice my doubt about that.

[brawlcreed]

I'm not looking to be proficient or play anything fancy.
Just one song for my partner.

[arrowroot]

Well, I suppose a single song would just be a matter of repetition and memorization, rather than any sort of learned technique and knowledge of notes, cords and scales.

What sort of song is it?

[brawlcreed]

[Isn't most any skill a matter of repetition and memorization? Good thing this is text so no one can see the eye roll]

Haven't decided. My partner speaks French so I thought he would like it if I sang something in that language.
While playing the instrument.
Like a serenade.

[arrowroot]

[There's so much more to it than that!]

I've never heard that language before but I'm sure he'll be touched that you're trying to connect with him like that.

If you've talked to someone else who feels confident they can teach you that quickly, they'll probably be better for the job since I've never taught music before.

[She was a mentor in the Order of Whispers but that has absolutely nothing to do with playing violin.]

I am curious to see how it goes, though! And I'm willing to offer any advice I can manage.