One of the most frequently asked questions we get asked at WCMS is ‘What instrument should my child start with?’
If you want your child to have better long-term outcomes, they do need to enjoy what they are playing.
Here some practical things to consider to help you feel more confident in your decision:
1: CHILD’S CHOICE:
If your child is expressing interest to learn a certain instrument, then it’s a good idea to explore their choice. Some options scare parents (loud instruments and expensive instruments are the most common), but there are work arounds for most of these fears.
2: EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS:
If your child is showing musical interest but you don’t know where to start, look for a course that lets your child try multiple instruments before deciding on which path(s) to follow. These are usually done in group learning environments - making them a cost effective trial option for families, too. We offer the Intro to Music Course for those is this situation.
3: PRACTICAL LIMITATIONS:
If you child is small, they may need to start on ukulele before transitioning to guitar, or if they want to learn a woodwind or brass instrument, they may need to wait until their lungs are big enough.
Check out this infographic for more details:
