<p>The question ‘is it practical’ is quite different than ‘is there even a slight chance of that happening.’
The short answer is that it all depends on you to determine what you will do with your future, and that you really can accomplish whatever you want if you are willing to put in the time to catch up or take routes that may not be conventional. So in the life sense, follow your passion.</p>
<p>But make sure you know what that entails. If you’re in the NYC area, go visit the NYU’s Tisch Clive Davis production program. It combines contemporary music production and recording. That would give you a feel of what’s involved. Also visit the Steinhard school of music, also at NYU, to get a sense of the difference between their music technology program and the Clive Davis program.</p>
<p>Many music technology programs require auditions on an instrument, or a portfolio of written and recorded work, and the capability to read music – even in sound engineering, where you need to develop a great ear and understand the end product you’re trying to achieve.Those types of programs also entail strong math and science skills plus technical aptitude. </p>
<p>If you have an interest in those things, you might wish to take an online AP music theory course to strengthen your depth before applying to such a college.</p>
<p>Lastly, try to find a highly regarded teacher to ensure that you are not teaching yourself bad habits on piano and vocals, and use whatever mentoring opportunities available to explore your abilities. Good luck!</p>