Musical Instruments for Beginners

Which musical instrument is easy to learn for a beginner?

The easiest instrument for a beginner is often found to be the one that aligns best with your musical taste and your goals. When you start to understand the fundamentals of an instrument and begin to play a few basic chords, you will be surprised how of your favorite songs you can start to play that just contain those chords. Discovering the joy of making music can get you past the awkward stage and will keep you motivated to practice.

When considering learning how to play an instrument for the first time, it's best to experiment with several different types and sizes to find the one that feels best to you or your child.

To assist, we chose the top instruments that are best suited for beginners and created high-quality and affordable collections of each below. Note that each instrument category have details on what makes that instrument unique for beginners and links to our guides on how to choose. If you have any questions, please stop in at your local Guitar Center and talk with an associate, or call (833) 421-3419 to speak to one of our knowledgeable Gear Advisors.