It’s amazing to think that creativity is inexhaustible, and it really is. Everyone loves music and have different ways to enjoy it. Either listening to the song, humming the tunes or playing the instruments. Each one has it’s own choice in linking oneself to music. Some of those folks are the ones who actually play an instrument or compose music. It could be as a hobby or as a career choice.
There are hundreds of different kinds of instruments people can learn to play though. Being able to play your favorite instrument has many advantages.
Millions of people all over the world play all kinds of instruments as a way to express themselves. Others simply do it for entertainment, fun or to earn money. But out of so many, which ones are the most popular instruments that are easy to play? This list shows the top 10 most popular and easiest out of all of them.
1. Keyboard
Keyboards, the electronic piano, are extremely versatile and very low maintenance. Electronic keyboards are capable of recreating a wide range of instrument sounds and synthesizer tones with less complex sound synthesis.They are popular with younger children and are great for recording and changing performance. The main difference between a keyboard and a piano is that the sound is produced electronically and of course it is portable.
2. Piano
The piano, in particular, has been an unparalleled outlet for those seeking escape, creative expression, and simply fun and joy. The modern piano has 36 black and 52 white keys, making a total of 88 keys and is played using a keyboard. The piano was first invented around 1700 and is used for many types of music including classical, jazz, traditional and popular. Often thought of as the best musical instrument to begin playing it is highly versatile, has a wide-range and a grand ability to change dynamics.
3. Classical Guitar
The classical guitar (also known as the classic guitar, nylon-string guitar or Spanish guitar) is a member of the guitar family used in classical music. An acoustic wooden string instrument with strings made of gut or nylon, it is a precursor of the modern acoustic and electric guitars, both of which use metal strings.
The guitar is a string instrument with anything from four to eighteen strings with a normal guitar having six strings. The sound is projected acoustically and it is typically played by strumming (or plucking) the strings with one hand and fretting the strings with the other hand
4. Flute
The flute belongs to the woodwind family and produces its sound from the flow of air across an opening. The pitch of the sound is changed when the player opens or closes the various holes in its body. Beginners’ flutes are often made from nickel or silver-plated brass whilst professionals use solid silver, gold and sometimes even platinum flutes. Wooden flutes produce a dark sound whereas silver flutes produce a brighter sound.
Woodwind instruments are easier to learn than string instruments or keyboard because pupils can make progress quicker on them and are able to learn three notes in the first lesson. It is a versatile instrument and is used in classical, jazz and modern band ensembles.Playing the flute is relaxing, improves co-ordination, concentration and self-discipline.
5. Violin
Playing the violin is a very rewarding experience and like many violinists say, you could not have chosen a more expressive, sublime, and fun instrument to play other than the violin.
Learning how to play the violin is a long process. Take your time, relax, get into a good practicing routine, get to know your instrument and most of all – enjoy the process. If you are finding practicing a chore, move on and have a go at something else.
Learning an instrument is always hard work, but it should never be frustrating or upsetting. Remember it’s OK to have a break, just make sure you come back to it again later on.