When is the right time to start music lessons for your child? 🤔
In this helpful episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, veteran music educator and homeschooling mom of 8, Gena Mayo, walks you through the best starting age for six of the most popular beginner instruments: piano, violin, guitar, drums, recorder, and ukulele.
Discover why readiness—not just age—matters most when choosing the right time to begin lessons. Gena shares key developmental signs to look for, practical advice for choosing the right instrument, and her top curriculum recommendations like KinderBach, Recorder Time with Mr. Jerry, and Guitar Time with Ben. Whether you have a budding toddler musician or a teen ready to dive deep, you’ll gain clarity and confidence to make the best decision for your homeschooler.
🎵 Instruments covered:
- Piano: Ideal starting age & physical readiness
- Violin: How 3-year-olds can thrive with the Suzuki method
- Guitar: Why 10 is the sweet spot—and what to try first
- Drums: How to start rhythm early—even at age 3!
- Recorder: Breath control, fine motor skills & music reading
- Ukulele: The perfect stepping stone to guitar
Whether your child is musically curious or already asking for lessons, this episode is filled with encouragement and practical tips. Remember, it’s never too early—or too late—to foster a love of music at home.
đź“© Have questions about what course is best for your child? Email Gena at Gena@MusicinOurHomeschool.com.
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