I have been playing piano for ten years now, and guitar and pennywhistle for a few years as well, and have a fairly good knowledge of music theory. I feel that it is time for me to start learning another instrument though. What would you recommend for me? I enjoy all styles of music, and have a deep love of the violin, flute, alto saxaphone, harp, cello and bass guitar and would be willing to play any of these instruments as they all 'speak' to me and I love listening to the music they produce! Also, I would have to self-study, as there are not many music teachers where I live, who teach these instruments, and if they do, they are way out of my price range =) what do you think I should learn? Thank you so much for you effort and time! =)
2007-12-22 03:53:56 · 10 answers · asked by Dezzy 777 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
play drums. you'll love it.
2007-12-22 11:48:11 · answer #1 · answered by Bullet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not teach yourself how to play violin or the cello. There are too many technical aspects to them. If you learn the techniques incorrectly, you would never know. Your muscles would remember your mistakes and it becomes difficult to fix. There are also intonation issues which do not occur on other instruments. On the violin and cello you place your fingers to makes sounds, which can make them be out of tune. They are great instruments to learn if you can find a teacher in a local music store or around town.
I would recommend the base guitar because you already play the guitar. It is almost an extension of your talent to just go to bass guitar.
Primarily, I would recommend the guitar because of your experience. Then I would recommend the flute or saxophone. There are no huge intonation issues. They are both in treble clef, which you can read from piano. The only extremely difficult part is the initial stage where you learn how to make the sound come out. You still may have various technique issues with the sax or the flute.
2007-12-22 13:49:47 · answer #2 · answered by tnpjj13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For self-teaching I would recommend the sax, or possibly flute. I know Clarinet isn't on your list, but it also a good instrument if you're self-teaching. I played clarinet after playng piano for a long time, and now love it.
2007-12-22 16:07:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only instrument I would be comfortable with self-study in your list is the bass guitar. All the other instruments you list need lessons in order to have correct technique.
If you learn bad technique from the get-go, you'll have major problems not only with the way the instrument plays, but also with physical problems. For example, I play the flute and I wasn't holding it properly. I developed a cyst on a tendon in my hand. I was getting lessons from band teachers at that point whose primary instruments were not the flute. Once I started taking lessons from an actual flutist (or flautist if you're french), my playing got better exponentially, and I realized how much I was holding myself back.
If you have your heart set on one of the other instruments, talk to a band teacher to see if they know of someone who gives lessons in that instrument. Also, make sure that instrument is their primary instrument.
2007-12-22 12:30:33 · answer #4 · answered by scriptorcarmina 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
The flute is a good woodwind instrument to start off with, especially if you are self taught.
Have fun. Music is a wonderful thing!
2007-12-22 12:08:36 · answer #5 · answered by lori 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Well, since you already play guitar, choosing the bass would be an easy next step. But if you are really wanting to challenge yourself (and I have a feeling you do) then go for one of the woodwinds. Its always fun to change it up-BUT I would suggest a few lessons, since you don't want to start out with bad habits or poor embouchure, which will hinder your progress. Have fun!
2007-12-22 12:00:19 · answer #6 · answered by kaisergirl 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
u should totally learn how to play the viola.
it is the best instrument out there.
its almost like the violin, only it has the richest tone and is beautiful.
it has its own clef, but it is very easy to learn.
i picked it up very quickly.
try it.
2007-12-23 01:16:52 · answer #7 · answered by kat jo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should try one after the other,, you never know what gift you have been given until you expose yourself to it...ask yourself this question,,when I listen to music what instrument makes me feel good then try it yourself ...Good Luck
2007-12-22 12:04:35 · answer #8 · answered by boscowood 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
something like sax would be better because violin or cello sorta requires teaching...
2007-12-22 12:02:09 · answer #9 · answered by cakilguldal 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
the flute!! or a recorder because they are eassssyyy
2007-12-22 12:00:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋