Choosing a New Instrument to Play Learning to play a new instrument is definitely not an easy task. It takes a lot of time and work in order to be able to master the new instrument. Along the way, there will probably come several points where you will wonder whether the effort is really worth it. There will probably be some other decisions that you will have to make as well.

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions One of the first decisions that you will have to make is deciding what type of instrument you would like to learn. Once you decide which instrument you want to play, you will have to make several other decisions. For example, if you decide to learn how to play the drums, then you will need to choose which drum tracks you will want to play and learn. You will have to learn how to stay on rhythm with your drum beats. In addition, you will also have to purchase an instrument that you can play on. If you cannot afford a drum at first, you may want to start practicing on an online drum while you save up. You will also have to decide which type of drum you want to play. If you want to be part of a rock band, then you will need a rock drum set. Another decision you will have to make is how serious you want to be about playing this instrument. Decide whether you want to become good enough that you will take your music to a recording studio. Decide if you want to become a professional or if you simply want to play it for personal enjoyment. This decision will have a big impact on how you choose to practice and play it.

Enjoy the Benefits As you practice and play it, there are many benefits that you will receive from your new instrument. The first benefit that you can gain from learning a new musical instrument is that it can make you smarter. Music positively affects the brain when you listen to it. There have been many people that have conducted studies on these effects and they have found the results to be significant.

They have found that children who play an instrument or who are exposed to a lot of music generally perform better in school than those who are not exposed to music. It has been found that children who are exposed to music read at a much earlier age.

They also have a higher IQ and more advanced development in various areas of their brain. These intellectual benefits are not only for children, adults can experience them too. Adults also experience greater retention of their memory when they have played or listened to a lot of good music. This is because the music stimulates the brain and helps it to stay alert and active as you grow older. The second benefit that you can gain from learning

how to play an instrument is discipline. It takes a lot of discipline to sit down and practice every day, particularly when it becomes frustrating. Learning to play will definitely be frustrating at times. Learning how to play music is difficult enough that it has been compared to learning a new language. The discipline that you learn through practicing can help you in other areas of your life as well. For example, it will be easier to study for long periods of time with more self-discipline. It will also be easier to change your bad habits into good ones. Another benefit that you can receive from playing an instrument is a reduced stress level.

Did We Mention There Are Benefits? Many studies have also been conducted to prove that music can relieve stress. As you play an instrument, it allows you to focus on something other than your problems. It helps you let go of your frustration as you put your all into playing a soothing piece of music. Reduced stress levels can help you enjoy life more and it can help prevent the development of several chronic illnesses. A fourth benefit of playing a musical instrument is the accomplishment that you can enjoy when you master various pieces and techniques. The reward for learning a difficult piece will wash away any frustration that you felt while you were learning it. This reward will help you continue to work towards mastering more pieces. It is very rewarding to play music. A fifth benefit of playing a musical instrument is that it is fun. You will have fun playing on your own and for other people as you get better and better at it.