Music is part of our every day life. It’s the background of movies, played on the radio and even inside elevators. Who hears this music in their minds before sharing it with the multitudes? These geniuses wouldn’t get far without instruments to make their creations audible to others.
1. Organ
Mozart and his music is known the world over. The child prodigy who delivered countless pieces of classical music that’s still loved today. One of the keys to Mozart’s success is that he composed for the organ.
In Mozart’s time organs were part of every day life as they were used in many churches and the theatre. Kings commissioned musical pieces because they wanted new items to play in their palaces. Mozart and his music was accepted & promoted because it was a practical solution to a constant need.
2. Piano
When a new term is coined in your honour, you know you’ve achieved greatness. Lang Lang from China is a brilliant pianist. He wowed many crowds with his unique way of playing. This resulted in many children suddenly taking piano lessons in the early 2000’s. This period’s increased interest in the classic instrument is known as the Lang-Lang effect.
3. Guitar
Ed Sheeran wore glasses as a child and had a birth mark on his face. This was enough to make him an outcast. Luckily for him and the world, he discovered the joy of making music on instruments such as the guitar. This was his escape and made life more bearable as he grew up.
His refuge has brought him fame. He writes hit after hit and crowds of people go to his shows. He is definitely not an outcast any longer. Would he have found this success if he didn’t pick up the guitar?
4. Violin
The violin is one of the more difficult instruments to play. It requires immense control. A few years ago the musical scene was introduced to Vanessa Mae. This talented young musician played the violin with vigour and expertise. People loved the music and was in awe of someone so young playing with so much skill. Both the beautiful music and the awe shot Vanessa to fame.
Famous musicians are blessed with a natural ability to play and create music. Their fame has its origin in the meeting between man and instrument. Find someone on an online hub who can teach you how to play an instrument. More greatness may be sparked.
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