What Instrument Should I Learn?

Find the right instrument for your goals, age and lifestyle — with expert advice from Downtown Creative Studios in The Grange.

Not sure where to start? We’ll help you choose.

Choosing an instrument can feel overwhelming — guitar or keyboard? Singing or drums? At Downtown Creative Studios, we help beginners (kids and adults) make a confident choice with:

• Initial free trial lesson to make sure you’re happy with the instrument and the teacher before continuing. 
• Personalised guidance based on age, hand size, preferences and goals.
• Performance opportunities to grow and improve with your chosen instrument. 

We teach: piano, guitar (acoustic & electric and bass), drums, singing, strings (violin, viola, cello) and  woodwind (flute, clarinet and saxophone).

How we can help you decide?

1. Chat: Tell us your goals — just for fun, exams, joining a band, songwriting or performing?.
2. Try: Take advantage of our free 30 minute trial lesson to try out an instrument
3. Plan: Personalised lessons that matches your time, budget and musical taste.

Popular beginner instruments — at a glance

• Piano / Keyboard – Easy to understand visually, great for all ages and songwriting. Great for beginners and very young students (e.g. ages 4 and up)
• Guitar (Acoustic & Electric) – Portable, social, and quick to learn songs. Perfect for ages 6 and up with multiple sizes of guitars being available and affordable.
• Voice / Singing – No instrument needed, just your voice. Great for any age, and recommended for any students looking to improve their confidence.
• Drums – Builds rhythm, coordination and energy. Great for any age, best for energetic learners and band hopefuls!
• Violin / Strings – Rich classical foundation and orchestral opportunities. Great for classical students and school orchestra participants.

Recommended instruments by age group:

Ages 4 and up – Piano, Drums, Singing

Ages 6 and up – Guitar, Violin 

Ages 8 and up – Woodwind

Ready to find your instrument?

Book a free trial lesson at Downtown Creative Studios in The Grange. We’ll help you find your instrument/s, set goals, and start a learning plan that fits your life.