We conducted an informal poll of some of our current and former students to find out why they wanted to play an instrument as well as what they got out it and some of the things they’ve accomplished along the way.
Enjoyment
Relaxation
Being able to jam with other musicians
Write songs
Start a band
Join a band
Record a CD
Receive a scholarship to a major university
Be ahead of the curve in a music class
Learn some history of music
Get exposed to new kinds of music
Meet new people
Show off to your neighbors
Learn some history of musicians
Get songs on the radio
Impress girls
Get respect
Perform in school talent shows
Impress guys
Sitting in at jam sessions
Get back at your neighbors for the loud parties
Learning to be creative
Start a career
Perform at festivals
Win competitions
Get on national TV
Teach friends or family
Learn new things
Win awards
Sense of accomplishment
Therapy for the soul
Play in a school jazz band
Performing at open mike nights
Play in a college jazz band
Pass the audition
Learn discipline
Win musical instrument prizes
Learn teamwork skills
Get a record deal
Inspire your children
Play in a church band
Inspire your parents
Enhanced college application
Doing something others can’t
Tour in a band
Some of the reasons and benefits are not always obvious at the beginning but gradually unfold and present themselves during the course of musical study.
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