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Money for old rope means a very easy way of making money, haha. It might just be a British phrase.

If you enjoyed it you should definitely go for it. And yeah, 8-9 year olds are easy to teach since they're fascinated with instruments at that age.

Here secondary school is usually ages 11-16, but I think I'm teaching mostly 11-13.

It's never too late to learn an instrument IMO. And trust me, learning music theory can only be helpful and will actually improve your ability to play by ear if anything. I've completed grade 6 theory, and I'm still actively using my ears to work out melodies. I can also hear all the different harmonies when listening to music now too (which might be more down to experience than to learning theory).

That song you posted is pretty cool actually. Usually that kind of stuff doesn't buzz me but that one was interesting. Though I'd say that sounds a lot more like John Lennon's/Paul McCartney's stuff from the 70s after the Beatles broke up. I can definitely hear the influence.

This is more my kind of stuff when it comes to 50s/60s.

50s:

Ah right. I've never been in that situation before so I probably wont be able to say anything of any great help, but I'm sure you'll pull through it eventually. Stay positive!

And awesome. You definitely should. Before I went to uni I did some teaching over the summer (in 2011 to 8-9 year olds), and I'm not joking, it was money for old rope. And really enjoyable too. I'm guessing you enjoyed teaching if you're thinking about getting back into it?

I'm teaching secondary school kids Saxophone and Guitar when I go back. And yeah, it's definitely a good idea to learn Music Theory. The knowledge is extremely helpful and has helped me in writing songs/music. I tend to use a mixture of theory and learning by ear. I'd definitely recommend it!

Couldn't have put that any better myself. You're 100% right though. Learning from past experience is the key to success, no doubt.

Oh right, what kind of dilemma? And I study Music/Music Technology at university, which is great fun. I'll be working part time teaching as well, though.

Good to hear! And no problem. :)

That makes sense I guess. Tbh, some of the past memories I have with this account 2/3 years ago aren't too great either. I was a somewhat obnoxious poster back then. I'd like to think I've changed a lot since then.

I take it you've enjoyed being back here, though? I've seen you posting around quite a lot, haha.

Hey :) My life is very good thank you, aha. How's life treating you?

BTW, what made you create a new account instead of continuing with poopnoodle? Just wondered 'cause I knew you had another account before this one :).

....What?

I swore to my friend a long time ago that I'd never do pot or smoke or drink alcohol or any of that jazz. But I've always been curious as to what it's like to smoke pot.

Eh, pot selling makes me laugh cause it reminds me of all the people I know that are potheads. And it also reminds me of the time I watched my friend try to deal and get busted by the cops. We tried warning him, but nooooo. I guess that's what happens when you're high, lmao.

I'm definitely giving Weeds a shot, it's been recommended to me a lot before. Pot selling just makes me laugh.

Oh crap. With the exception of Arrested Development and Weeds, I don't think I've heard of any of those... I'm pathetic. ;;

True! Say, since you're a comedy buff, wanna recommend a few shows? =D

Ahhh, I see. Oh well, there's always the future. ^_^ And there is too much to explore in these parts haha.

There really is. But there's so many to watch, and such little time to watch it. =/

At least you have the money. I don't even have that.

I'm willing to bet that it'll exceed your standards. =D It really is a great show. And Austin, Texas? I've always wanted to go there. You should come by NYC. Starry-eyed will be an understatement once you check this place out.

The TV show starring James Rodey and Dule Hill. If you've never heard of it, check it out. It's the funniest thing I've ever watched. =D Oh, I feel pathetic. I live in New York City, I should sorta have known that...

Investing, most likely, for college. Though if it's a good enough pay, I might split the money I earn.

Thanks to Psych, I actually know what that word means. :3 And you sound like the Statue of Liberty. Liberty Tea. Oh god, that sounds so sexy.

I volunteer. I'd rather get paid, though. I don't know about during the school year, but I'm definitely getting a job next summer. Don't know where, though...

Hey, anything's possible!

Speaking of all this career talk, are you employed?

Whoa. That's a lot of times. Fickle much?

Hey, we'll all get our calling eventually. Just hang in there, you'll know what your calling is when it comes. =]

Hehe. This is my life's calling! Maybe. I've wanted to be many things, though. So let fate roll the die.

I think I'll call you Savannah. I like it a lot more. =D

It sure can be. But it's something I enjoy doing, actually. =D

Well, that's one way to put it!

I don't think I ever introduced myself. My name's Dipu. Nice to have met you!