Research. Do a lot of research. Read on the individuality of variety of musical instruments. There are numerous books that you can make use of from your school or public library. You can search the web for more information and pay attention to sound bytes of each instrument. There are also available classes, tips and tricks that you can refer to for a wiser choice.
Listen. As much as possible, listen to how each and every instrument family sounds - strings, wind, drumming - and see which one you like. Again, you can hunt the Internet for websites where you will be able to listen/download sound bytes and samplers that you can listen to more intently later. Record shops will allow you to listen to several recordings for free before you make a purchase. Reward of this service to familiarize yourself on how each instrument sound and learn to identify them individually.
Experience it. Go to your neighborhood music store and request if you can try out some of the instruments. You may be capable to play the guitar and other string instruments, an electronic keyboard, a piano and drums. If will be harder to model the wind instruments since the shop definitely will not allow you to blow on these instruments’ mouthpiece if you just desire to try them out. An another choice will be if you have friends who will allow you to test their instruments first.
Personality matching. Select an instrument that will match your personality. If you are calm and shy, a violin, a flute or a piano will fit you better. If you are an energetic one who loves to be in the front, then guitars and drums will be wise choices.
Match with your physical attributes. If you have small, broad fingers you may not be able to play some piano chords. If you are relaxed to share heavy instruments for long periods, a bass may fit you superior if you are trying out for the school band. Long, lively fingers are suitable for piano and guitar playing.
Listen. As much as possible, listen to how each and every instrument family sounds - strings, wind, drumming - and see which one you like. Again, you can hunt the Internet for websites where you will be able to listen/download sound bytes and samplers that you can listen to more intently later. Record shops will allow you to listen to several recordings for free before you make a purchase. Reward of this service to familiarize yourself on how each instrument sound and learn to identify them individually.
Experience it. Go to your neighborhood music store and request if you can try out some of the instruments. You may be capable to play the guitar and other string instruments, an electronic keyboard, a piano and drums. If will be harder to model the wind instruments since the shop definitely will not allow you to blow on these instruments’ mouthpiece if you just desire to try them out. An another choice will be if you have friends who will allow you to test their instruments first.
Personality matching. Select an instrument that will match your personality. If you are calm and shy, a violin, a flute or a piano will fit you better. If you are an energetic one who loves to be in the front, then guitars and drums will be wise choices.
Match with your physical attributes. If you have small, broad fingers you may not be able to play some piano chords. If you are relaxed to share heavy instruments for long periods, a bass may fit you superior if you are trying out for the school band. Long, lively fingers are suitable for piano and guitar playing.
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