Music can be an important outlet for any child. It can help them to understand their emotions, develop intellectual abilities, and build connections with other children. To help your child develop a love for music, selecting the right musical instrument is the first step. To help out, we tell you what the best musical instruments are for beginning musicians.
There are plenty of musical instruments out there, and kids of all ages can learn to play an instrument—whether it’s a piano, guitar, or another instrument altogether. But which instrument is the right one for beginners? Well, the “best” instrument to play will ultimately depend on the child. Some children may be better suited to the piano, while others may be more interested in learning electric guitar. Others may be interested in learning both. And, of course, some kids are in between, who may play piano, guitar, drums, or other instruments between their lessons.
So, let’s take a look at the array of instruments on the market.
Acoustic Guitar
The acoustic guitar is the most affordable yet most versatile musical instrument. It’s perfect for people of all ages and skill levels. And best of all, it’s the easiest to learn. Getting started is easy; just look for an acoustic guitar in your price range and be sure to invest in a good set of strings.
The acoustic guitar stands as one of the most popular musical instruments to learn. For hundreds of years, this instrument has been played by amateurs and professionals alike. The reason for this guitar’s popularity, and staying power, comes down to the fact that, compared to other instruments, the acoustic is one of the simplest to learn. The acoustic guitar has only three strings—a 12-string model has three extra strings—and if the player is just starting, they will never need to deal with tuning. Because of this, it makes it a great instrument to learn as a beginner
Piano/Keyboard
Learning the piano is fun, but some people struggle with getting their instruments to produce the right sounds. That’s where an electronic keyboard comes in. These instruments are the most affordable ways of learning the piano—and they are easily portable. It’s easier than you think to learn how to play the keys with this one.
When it comes to musical instruments, most people think of instruments like the guitar. The piano or keyboard, on the other hand, often gets overlooked. But once you have tried one for yourself, you will realize that the keyboard is the best musical instrument for starter players.
Drums
Drums are one musical instrument that beginners can learn fairly easily. While it takes some practice to get good at playing any type of instrument, drums and percussion instruments are easy to learn. That’s a good thing because drums are a lot of fun to play with and are a great way to exercise, as just think about all the stamina you will need to keep in time to the beat of the music.
It can be hard to learn to play most musical instruments, but not the drums. Drums provide a physical challenge for beginners, making them a fun, physically demanding tool to learn. They are tuned like pianos, and thanks to the tireless efforts of drum manufacturers, drums now come in a wide variety of sizes, colors, and price points. Playing drums is a great way to get in shape, and drumming can even help patients with PTSD and other mental health issues too.
Ukulele
The ukulele has become one of the hottest musical instruments in recent years, but that doesn’t mean it’s the perfect choice for beginners. Contrary to what most ukulele players will tell you, the ukulele is easy to pick up but takes a bit of getting used to. The ukulele is a three-stringed instrument (the cheapest option, the soprano, only has one string), and it’s typically tuned like the notes of a guitar: first, third, fifth, and seventh.
When you’re first learning to play the ukulele, it’s important to find an instrument that’s both affordable and easy to learn. The ukulele is the performance of choice for newbies because it’s small, relatively inexpensive, and easy to learn to play. And there are plenty of options when it comes to beginner ukuleles: some are only slightly larger than a dinner fork, while some are the size of a toy violin, and there are also some available for intermediate and advanced players. But which ukulele is the best instrument for getting started? Well, that is for you to find out.
So, there you have it. Depending on your skill level as a beginner, the instruments described in this list may be the perfect options for you. But don’t discard the other instruments on the market as they could actually be the right choice for you. Just remember to do as much research as you can before settling on one choice.
