Father Bill, I won't add any advice to what's been given, but I will give you some support. I took up piping lessons when I turned 50, six years ago. I had always thought that it was something I'd never have time to do. With some brotherly encouragement (thanks, Piperdown!) we started lessons and were asked to join our instructor's pipe band a couple of years later. Now, I'm enjoying it immensely! I'm realistic about my prospects (I'll never play with SFU), but I'm so glad I took the plunge. Go for it!