Playing in a group allows people and younger children to develop team skills. People, especially children, learn to listen and non-verbally communicate with each other to create music. Skills that can be learned while playing music include balance, intonation, rhythm, and performance etiquette in a group setting.
Many people avoid starting to learn an instrument because of the fear of failure. Some may not want to take music lessons because they think they may be terrible at it. They fear they may not play as well as their instructor wants them to play. They may fear that they won’t learn the music or instrument as fast as their instructor wants. All of these can be factors of an anxious mind. This is why playing in a group or an ensemble can take some of the stress away. Small mistakes get lost in the sound of the group, and progress is made together as a group. If the environment is more relaxed, beginner musicians will feel more relaxed, being able to learn, and enjoy creating music. Seeing other kids play their instruments with passion can be a great motivator for your child. Soon enough, you'll see your child strive to become the best musician that they can be.
