Why study an instrument?
Learning to play an instrument is a valuable skill which can be a life-long passion. Not only will you gain enormous musical and social enjoyment, artistic and expressive satisfaction, you will gain a real sense of achievement which continues beyond school. Learning to play a musical instrument is a long process which requires commitment and hard work but do not let that discourage you; there will be many occasions to celebrate and enjoy along the way!
In addition to a high level of quality teaching offered at LES music school, all pupils are encouraged to participate in our extensive extra-curricular programme which culminate in regular performance opportunities throughout the year.
Which instrument should I learn to play?
We are often asked to advise pupils and their parents on what instrument to learn. Alas, there is no hard and fast answer to this question. One should not underestimate the ‘gut feeling’ that children may have towards specific instruments. It is important, however, that you are aware of the sounds that particular instruments make and the appearance of musicians playing them as this will influence your feelings towards choosing the right instrument. Another factor to consider is your physical make-up, e.g. some mouth shapes (embouchures) do not lend themselves well to particular instruments, and some instruments, through their size and shape are better suited to some and not others. Parents can help this process by taking your son/daughter to an appropriate concert and also by encouraging him/her to take the opportunity to sit in on a rehearsal of an orchestra or band at school, by prior arrangement with the teacher in charge, and to watch and listen carefully.
It is important that you discuss these points with your son/daughter, as this joint approach will help you understand and support the learning process later.
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