<ul><li>Essentially similar to the violin except that it has a thicker body and is played sitting down;</li><li>Suitable for children 6 years and older;</li><li>Cellos come in different sizes so it's easy to find one that would be best suited for your needs.</li></ul>

CELLO

<ul><li>The trumpet comes from the brass family of instruments;</li><li>It's easy to start and can be learned by children 10 years and older;</li><li>It's an orchestral instrument that's mostly used in jazz bands. It's easy to transport, fun to play with, and it's not expensive. However, don't buy a trumpet with a painted finish because over time the paint will chip.</li></ul>

TRUMPET

<ul><li>This instrument comes in a variety of sizes and there are different types of saxophones: soprano sax, alto sax, tenor sax, and baritone sax. The alto saxophone is advisable for beginners;</li><li>This can be learned by children 12 years and older and there are many opportunities for one to play if ever they decide to pursue it professionally.</li></ul>

SAXOPHONE

<ul><li>This is the most popular instrument that is a mainstay in most music ensembles;</li><li>Children 6 years and older can begin to learn to play the guitar. Folk-style is easier to start with for beginners;</li><li>The instrument comes in a variety of sizes and styles. </li></ul>

GUITAR

<ul><li>The flute is extremely popular and it's suitable for children to learn at age 10 and older;</li><li>If you decide to pursue professionally you may encounter a lot of competition; but</li><li>It's an easy instrument to learn, it's easy to transport, and it's inexpensive.</li></ul>

FLUTE

<ul><li>The piano is a versatile instrument that can be learned by children of any age. Some even start to learn at the ripe age of 4 years old;</li><li>It does, however, takes time and patience.</li><li>This instrument is suitable for beginners.</li></ul>

PIANO

<ul><li>The clarinet is a popular instrument that has a lot of opportunities for professional players.</li><li>This instrument is easy to get into that even children who are 10 years old can begin to learn to play it.</li></ul>

CLARINET

<ul><li>Comes in a variety of sizes depending on your age. There are smaller harps for kids who are 8 and up and gradually bigger ones for 12 and up;</li><li>It may be difficult to find a teacher because not a lot of people play the harp; and</li><li>It is one of the most ancient and beautiful sounding instruments that's totally worth learning.</li></ul>

HARP

<ul><li>This instrument is fairly easy to start learning;</li><li>Suitable for children 6 years and older;</li><li>It comes in a variety of sizes and you can find one easily depending on the age of the learner;</li><li>Violinists are popular and in demand. If you decide to become a professional player, it wouldn't be hard to join an orchestra.</li></ul>

VIOLIN

<ul><li>The double bass is huge like a cello and is also played the same way but with the double bass you can pluck the strings or strike them;</li><li>This instrument can be played while either standing up or seated;</li><li>It is suitable for children 11 years and older. It isn't as popular as other string instruments but it's an essential instrument for most music ensembles; and</li><li>It comes in various sizes.</li></ul>

DOUBLE BASS

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GUITAR

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