So i have (i think) no mucical talent becasue in school i was always bad at music classes and was behind compared to others also i coudent stand all the noises going on. im not sure why but i wanted a keyboard pinao becasue i like the way they sound, once i got one i tried to have some folks teach me but i imeditly got overwhelmed by eveything that goes into playing an instument.

so by chance is there an affordbale instrument for beginner that can be worked on also what can one do once they learn an instument? is it just a skill to show off to others? i pretty much stink at everything but im trying to improve at life or my life more like it. i was thinking of writting songs or doing covers but im not entirly sure how that works.

my hobbys/interests often change often but thats normal (hopefully) and hopefully no one is getting annoyed by me.

  • @beanphanpy@lemmy.worldEnglish
    12•1 year ago

    I’d recommend the ukulele! There are only four strings and, once you learn a few basic chords, you can play a lot of songs. Of course, the more advanced chords will require more practice. There are plenty of great YouTube channels that can guide you (One Music School, The Ukulele Teacher, Bernadette Teaches Music).

    I think it’s worth it! The nice thing is that you don’t have to read sheet music in order to play. There are plenty of free chord charts that are available online. Also, purchasing a decent beginner ukulele will only cost $40-$60. I know this can be pricy for some folks (I say this as an extremely frugal person) but I think it’s more affordable than other instruments. Good luck and have fun!

    • @MrZee@lemm.eeEnglish
      4•1 year ago

      Also, it’s a good starting point if OP thinks they might want to learn guitar eventually.

      OP, make sure to buy from a music shop or get someone knowledgeable to help you pick out an inexpensive beginner uke. There are lots of toy ukuleles (and guitars) for sale out there that are not playable even for beginner learning. It’s really a shame that they are made because a lot of people get tricked into buying them.

      Avoid target, Walmart, Best Buy, and the like for buying musical instruments. If you want to buy one online and don’t know someone to help you, I’m sure there are lemmings that will help you find one.

    • @CloverSiEnglish
      3•1 year ago

      I second the ukulele! Another plus is that the skills transfer pretty well to all sorts of other string instruments, so if you want to learn guitar/mandolin/bass/etc next you’ll have a much easier time.