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June 11, 2026Are Drums Hard To Learn?
Drums are one of the most approachable instruments to start. Most beginners can play a basic beat within days. The…
May 21, 2026Are Songwriting Lessons Worth It?
Yes. If you ever heard a song so captivating that its lyrics take you back to distant times in faraway…
May 19, 2026Is It Hard to Teach Yourself Acoustic Guitar?
Yes, you can teach yourself acoustic guitar, and many great players started exactly that way. But it's harder than self-teaching…
May 19, 2026Are Electric Guitars Easier to Play Than Acoustic?
Yes, electric guitars are physically easier to play than acoustic guitars, and the difference is bigger than most beginners realise.…
May 19, 2026Which Ukulele Should I Buy? Concert, Soprano, Tenor & More
For most beginners, a concert ukulele is the best all-round choice because it balances comfortable fret spacing with the classic…
May 18, 2026Piano Accordion vs Button Accordion: Which Should You Learn?
The main difference between a piano accordion and a button accordion is the right-hand keyboard. A piano accordion uses a…
May 18, 2026Digital vs Acoustic Piano: Which Should You Choose?
Choose an acoustic piano if you want the authentic feel, tonal nuance, and long-term value that comes from a real…- May 18, 2026
AMEB vs ABRSM Violin: Which Should You Choose in Sydney?
For most Sydney violin students, AMEB is the better choice because it's the exam board recognised by the NSW HSC,… 
May 17, 2026Should I Get a 4-String or 5-String Bass Guitar?
For most beginners, a 4-string bass guitar is the better choice. It's lighter, has wider string spacing that's easier on…
May 17, 2026Should You Hire or Buy a Double Bass?
Whether to hire or buy a double bass depends on the rental rates available in your area, the cost of…
May 17, 2026What Size Cello Does My Child Need?
Cello sizing for children is determined by arm length, hand span, and height rather than age alone, with sizes ranging…
May 17, 2026What to Look For in a Beginner French Horn
A good beginner french horn needs four things working in your favour: the right horn type for your size and…
