I've never played any musical instrument. Can I play shinobue?

Q & A:

I've never played a musical instrument. Can I play shinobue and if so, how long would it take to be good?

Answer: Absolutely! Many people have learned to play the shinobue without any prior musical experience. The time it takes to become good depends on your definition of "good" and how often you practice. If you just want to play a couple of easy songs, you might achieve that in a few days or weeks. If you have higher standards, it will take longer. I must say, though, sounding pretty good with the shinobue is not as difficult as many other instruments. Keep practicing and you'll get there!
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