Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Private Music Lessons Offer A Variety Of Instrument Choices

By Madeleine Bridgeman


Most children look forward to their last few years in primary school because it is during this time that they will be able to choose a musical instrument to play. Many studies have shown that music education greatly enhances academic performance; however, some children would rather learn how to play an instrument that is not available for instruction. So in this case, you will want to consider attending a music school.

For example, if your child is interested in learning how to play the guitar, private lessons are a must. If you have a younger child, you might begin by learning on a smaller size acoustic guitar or perhaps a ukulele. Older children might be very enthusiastic about learning how to master the electric guitar or even the bass guitar.

The piano is another instrument that children cannot learn at school, so if they wish to pursue the piano, you will have to go the private route. Your child also might be interested in taking keyboard lessons, which would include the basics you would learn during piano lessons, as well as learning all of the extra features available on an electronic keyboard.

If you don't mind the bustle of practice time, learning how to play the drums can be great fun for a child with a good sense of rhythm. Children can learn percussion instruments at school, including bass drums, snare drums, symbols and other important parts of the percussion section. But if you are hoping to play like Ringo Starr, Lars Ulrich or Keith Moon, you'll need to find a private teacher at a local rock music school to truly learn how to keep the beat. Students are typically very enthusiastic about private drum lessons because they get to accompany songs they really love rather than what the school music instructor selects.

There are plenty of other interesting instruments to consider, such as the autoharp or even an old-fashioned instrument such as the accordion. Perhaps your child loves music, but would rather learn how to sing songs than play them on an instrument or perhaps even wants to write music. Songwriting or vocal classes are a good option for a child who would rather perform the song itself or actually create original music. There are local schools, including San Juan Capistrano's own Los Rios Rock School, that offer these types of lessons.

If you are searching for music lessons in Dana Point, music lessons in San Clemente or music lessons in Laguna Niguel, Los Rios Rock School can be an excellent option. The tuition not only includes a weekly, one-hour private lesson but students also can opt to become part of an actual rock band. The bands perform concerts around Orange County at venues such as The House of Blues in Anaheim and The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano.




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