Before I go on, let’s get one thing straight:

Everyone is capable of playing an instrument at a proficient level with the right support and mindful practice.

Therefore, the first step is the most crucial:  picking an instrument that suits your child’s identity and personality, and picking one that they want to play (hopefully for a long time!).

While that sounds like serious business, also remember that students change instruments all the time; this is not exactly “do-or-die” here…yet.  Anyone is allowed to change their mind (just not too much).

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