Hey everyone, jumping in a bit late on this thread, but the whole music lessons debate is fascinating. For me, school band was like opening Pandora's Box – in a good way! It wasn't about becoming a virtuoso, but more like learning a new language to unlock a whole world of musical expression.
Sure, some teachers were, well, a bit flat (you know, like a one-note lecture...), but those first fumbling attempts at playing an instrument, the camaraderie of playing together – that ignited a passion for music that's stayed with me ever since.
Even if you don't become a rockstar, music lessons can teach you valuable skills that go way beyond the notes on a page. Discipline, perseverance, the joy of creating something beautiful together – those are all life lessons worth learning, in my opinion.