Kid Guitars

For decades, children have had a fascination with the guitar. Along with the piano, it’s one of the most often used instruments among soloists, and the airwaves and music videos are rife with guitar music. Some people enjoy the pageantry and posing, others the crisp, melodic tone. Unfortunately, many children end up practicing the instrument alone in garages or bedrooms, afraid that their inexperience should be revealed to an audience.

In truth, the full potential of kids guitars can only be unlocked when they are played with some form of accompaniment. The Beatles didn’t just stumble upon their talent and success overnight; rather, they spent tens of thousands of hours honing their act. If kids don’t have the luxury of strumming their guitar alongside a drummer, a metronome is the next best option. It will keep the child’s playing on track and give him a benchmark for timing purposes.