Gifted Child??

Question

My son 12 yrs old had a sudden interest in Piano, so for his birthday we bought him lessons and a yamaha keyboard. On the keyboard he played Beetoven's Fiir Elise after the 2nd lesson and he's never even touched a piano at school or at home until now. He says he "heard" it somewhere on the Radio.

Answer 1

WOW That is awesome!!!

Answer 2

It could just be that he has a good ear.  Or he could be an incredible untapped talent.  Is that really important to you?  Let him continue his lessons and enjoy himself, regardless of whether or not he's the next musical genius.  An immersion in opportunities is good for any kid, gifted or not.

Answer 3

he just has it.  WHich is great.  He can listen to stuff and play.  that is a great quality to have!

Answer 4

what radio station is beethoven on lol?

ummm some poeple just have a fell for it and pick up things fast....i had a friend who can pretty much play something he hears after a few minutes

Answer 5

That song comes programmed on every keyboard. Are you sure he didn't just push the right button?

Just kidding, a little girl I know can also play music by ear, it is truly fascinating and I do think it is a special gift.

Answer 6

deja vou.

Answer 7

Yes, I would say your son is gifted!  He will go on to be a great 'Concerto Pianist'!  Congrats!  I wouldn't be surprised but what he is writing his own pieces by the time he is a freshman!