Suitable and unsuitable instruments

He practiced one instrument diligently, but when he switched to a different instrument, he became a top player.

Such events sometimes occur.

Yes, it does!

Depending on the person, some instruments are easy to improve on and others are difficult to improve on.

In this article, I would like to discuss the individual differences in the progress of musical instruments.


◆About Piano

In the case of children, piano playing skills are often directly proportional to school performance. For adults, experience in instruments other than piano will be a factor.
In addition, when playing high level classical music, it is essential to have strong finger joints.


About ◆Violin

Small stature is not so much of a problem. It is more important to have flexibility in your body.
Soft muscle quality is a big advantage.


◆Wind instruments in general

Whether or not the shape of the lips fits the instrument to be played is a major issue.
In some brass band clubs, the decision of which instrument to play is based on a player's aptitude for the instrument, not on the player's wishes.


◆ Percussion

Percussion instruments are a trap, although it seems that anyone can play them.
It requires agility, i.e., a poor sense of rhythm.
However, a sense of rhythm can be acquired to some extent.
It is possible to memorize rhythmic patterns, and this will become ingrained in one's body.


Shakuhachi

The shakuhachi is one of the most difficult instruments to produce sound. If you do not have the aptitude for it, you will not be able to produce any sound at all.
However, if you are patient and find the right technique, you will be able to produce sound.


◆Summary

When the growth of the instrument you are currently playing reaches a plateau, you may want to try another instrument.
The online lesson "Lesson Grid" offers more than 40 different instruments that you can learn.

If you find an instrument you are interested in, it may be a good idea to make it your second specialty instrument.

Try a variety of instruments and enrich your musical life!