Starting Music as an Adult Shouldn’t Be Intimidating
Learning music and other new hobbies as an adult opens the door to new skills, good company, and everyday joy 🎶
New to music? You’re in the right place.
It’s never too late to try something new. Even as an adult, there is no “wrong” time to embrace being a beginner. In fact, it may even be ideal!
A hobby like music builds adaptability, creativity, and confidence. And adult music lessons as a beginner can support brain health, mood, and community.
So we’re sharing some insights on some of the reasons adult learners hold themselves back, and how these actually make learning music feel easier and friendlier than you’d think!
In the right environment, you can play, laugh, and practice without feeling self-conscious about being a beginner. So take this as your friendly push to start now.
A beginner’s mindset is a strength, not a weakness.
Facing something new can feel nerve-wracking or embarrassing, but pushing ourselves out of our comfort zone helps us grow. Taking the leap to play an instrument or join an adult music class for beginners supports your personal development!
A beginner’s mindset fosters adaptability, persistence, and openness to feedback. When combined with a creative hobby like music, these skills boost long-term resilience at work and at home.
So give yourself permission to be new! Everyone starts at zero, so remember not to compare yourself to others. Instead, focus on:
easy practice methods
milestones to celebrate
Lifelong learning keeps your brain in tune.
When you start something new, especially as an adult, it’s easy to feel frustrated when you feel like the learning isn’t going fast enough. But don’t shy away from this — because the challenge of the learning process is actually what benefits your brain in the long run.
Your brain can rewire itself when you’re learning something new. Picking up a new skill like music strengthens your memory and focus, and science shows it even supports emotional resilience well into later adulthood. That is neuroplasticity in action.
So let’s make the learning process as easy as we can.
Set one weekly goal.
Throw in one weekly just-for-fun activity.
Join a group like adult piano classes and learn with peers.
Music is meant to be social and fun.
Learning any new skill can feel intimidating around others, but being a beginner actually makes us more empathetic, while hobbies can help reduce our stress! As we get curious, we lean into our playful sides and invite connection with others.
Music is social by nature and brings people together. So tap into this as an opportunity to experiment freely and connect with others who are also learning!
Performing, collaborating, or simply discussing music fosters community and strengthens communication and empathy. Look for ways to include more people and take advantage of the accountability of peers.
Find a music class for beginners.
Ask a friend to learn with you.
Choose low-pressure learning environments with small groups.
Share one weekly goal with your peers.
Tap into the joy and excitement of being a beginner musician!
Choose the path that excites you. Whether that’s piano lessons, guitar classes, or a group jam session, you get to decide how you want to learn. The key is that you start!
Want to join an adult music class tailored for beginners? We keep things casual and pressure-free in our Adult Learn-An-Instrument Class. You’ll get to try guitar, piano, drums, and more in a small, friendly group.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or have some experience on one instrument, it’s a great way to learn alongside other beginners and try new things! Plus, your interests help shape the plan each week.
Join our group classes on weeknights in Ayr and Cambridge 🎸 Come play and unwind with us!