Learning an instrument for the first time takes time and dedication.
Learning an instrument has many benefits: Once you get the hang of it, playing music can reduce stress and stimulate creativity.
There are some instruments that are widely considered easier to learn than others, even if you have little to no musical experience. Luckily, there are plenty of resources available today to help you learn an instrument. You can sign up for lessons or watch beginner videos online to help you learn the basics.
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When deciding which instrument you want to learn, think about why you want to learn music. Are you looking for an instrument that you can play with others in a band?
Do you want to make your own music? Are you looking for a new hobby to play in your free time?
Want to learn an instrument? The keyboard is one of the best instruments for beginners to start with. (iStock)
Depending on why you want to play music, you can narrow down the instruments you want to play. You can always learn multiple instruments, but it’s good practice to start with one instrument.
Budget is also a big factor to keep in mind. Playing an instrument costs money. You don’t need to buy expensive equipment when you’re first learning. As you improve and decide that playing an instrument is what you really want to do, you can upgrade to something a little higher quality.
Here are some instruments that are considered to be easy to learn.
1. Recorder
In many schools, especially at the primary school level, students get their first experience playing an instrument on the recorder in music class.
Woodwind instruments are extremely affordable and easy to learn, and learning how to read music on the recorder is ideal because you only need to read single notes, not chords, to play.
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If you enjoy playing the recorder, you could use it as a stepping stone to learning other woodwind instruments such as the flute or clarinet.
2. Ukulele
The ukulele is a very popular instrument for beginners, and because it’s very inexpensive to purchase, it allows musicians to learn to play without spending a fortune.
Bring your ukulele with you on your trip and play a song or two. (iStock)
The ukulele is small and very portable, so you can easily take it wherever you want to play.
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For beginning musicians, the ukulele is widely considered to be easier to learn than the guitar, in part because it has fewer strings.
3. Harmonica
Breaking out your harmonica and playing tunes for your friends makes a great party trick.
There are several different types of harmonicas you can learn to play, but the one that most people choose is the diatonic harmonica because it’s the easiest to learn and is most often heard on popular American hit songs.
There are plenty of popular songs featuring harmonica solos that you can learn to play. (iStock)
One of the skills you need to master to play the harmonica is proper breath control. To produce a clean sound, you can practice taking long, deep breaths before playing.
You’ll be playing “Heart Of Gold” and “Piano Man” in no time.
4. Bongos
If you’ve always wanted to play drums, it might be easier (and more affordable) to start off by playing an instrument like the bongos.
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Bongos, congas, and snare drums are all great options for beginner drummers, teaching musicians the fundamentals they need to transition to a drum set.
Both bongos and congas are played with the hands, whereas the snare drum is played with a stick.
Bongos are much cheaper than a drum set, so they’re not as intimidating for beginners. (iStock)
Percussion instruments such as triangles, shakers, and tambourines are also considered easy to learn, but they may not be instruments you can play if you’re not in a band.
5. Keyboard
Learning to play the piano can be intimidating – pianos are big and expensive, which can put off many potential players.
Pianos can be difficult for beginners to learn because they require a lot of space in your home.
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One option for beginner musicians is the electronic keyboard, which is portable and less expensive than a classical piano.
If you want to create your own music, a keyboard is a great option, and there are countless free tutorials and resources online to help you learn how to play the keyboard.
