GUITAR LESSONS SOLIHULL

Realistically, most people think that once their child can hold the right size guitar between 5 and 7 years old it may be time to get started. Bear in mind all children are different some may be able to pick up the guitar but not have the concentration to be able to sit long enough to learn. Some might not be able to hold a guitar comfortably but have the concentration. When these two main factors come together you will have a better indication as to whether or not your child is ready.

Before you start spending money on guitars and lessons we will gladly give your child a free taster guitar lesson to see if your child is ready, leave it to us to be able to work out if your child is the right size to be able to hold the appropriately sized guitar, to be able to reach the frets comfortably and more importantly to be able to sit through lessons and pay attention.

How do I know my child is ready to play the guitar?

1. INTEREST Is your child interested in playing the guitar? If your child shows a real love for guitar-based music whether they have been listening to your favourite rock bands or singer-songwriters and show a real passion for music this is a great sign. You also need to take into consideration if your child is mature enough and interested enough to start learning. The choice of instrument should be left to your child otherwise they will lose interest very quickly.

2. FOCUS Does your child have the ability to focus for around 30 minutes? Children ( or adults in fact ) do not need longer than a 30-minute lesson each week, if your child can sit for that length of time and take away knowledge from that lesson you’ll be on to a great start.

3. PRACTICE Some say practice makes perfect and quite frankly we agree when starting parents will need to help their children set a practice routine to embed skills learned in each lesson. We aren’t talking hours a day 15 minutes a day is adequate.

4. DEXTERITY Most kids have basic finger dexterity. When kids start they won’t have full strength and dexterity but as they practice more and get older this will become stronger and make playing the guitar a lot easier, as your child’s dexterity improves and they can play the songs with ease it will boost their confidence.

5. MATURITY: To start lessons your child needs to have the maturity to sit and listen to their teacher, your teacher, will be fully trained and know how to make learning fun but your child will find practising at home hard if they haven’t listened to their teacher’s instructions.

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Read more about how to know whether your child is ready to start playing the guitar here

1.  Builds language skills. As they learn their instrument, children become accustomed to different sounds that they would not have acknowledged before. This practice introduces their ears to the subtle sounds of language.
2. It makes them academically stronger.  Links have been found between music lessons and nearly every measure of educational achievement: SAT scores, reading comprehension, and math skills.
3.  IQ increase. Numerous studies have confirmed that children’s IQs are enhanced because of even a few weeks of music lessons. Brain scan technology reveals that brain activity improves following musical training, and some parts of the brain even grow.
4. It teaches discipline.  Music lessons require hours of attention and patience. Children must continue even when things aren’t going well…an invaluable skill for all areas of life.
5. It supports muscle development and motor skills. Children must use their entire bodies to hold the rhythm when they play. They also must coordinate different movements with their hands at the same time. In doing so, they develop strength and coordination.
6. It improves social skills. If children play in a group, they have to learn to work together to accomplish a shared goal, exercising tolerance, patience, and encouragement towards their peers.
7. It makes kids feel good about themselves. There’s nothing quite like the sense of pride that comes from working on a new skill …specifically when the result is beautiful music.
8. Understand musical culture. By learning music from various parts of the globe, students come to understand these cultures.
9. Happiness. And the most meaningful reason of all. When children or adults can play music, it makes them happy.

You do not need anything for your beginner guitar lessons at our UK music centres in the West Midlands as we provide everything you will need!

If you are looking to buy your own guitar or looking at having online guitar lessons with us we have a handy guide on how to choose the right guitar for you here

Going to the music shop to pick your first guitar is a thrilling experience, there are so many different shapes, styles and sizes that produce different sounds and are suited to different styles of music. This can be a bit daunting, but don’t fear we are here to help you, whether you’re choosing to buy a new instrument or second-hand, electric or acoustic follow our tips to help you find the guitar that suits you and make you feel like a true musician.

Lessons, whether a total beginner or someone who has played on and off for a while, structured lessons along with daily practice are what will allow you or your child to achieve your musical dreams.

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