Thank you Fender for sponsoring this post. Learn guitar at home with Fender Play!
If you’ve found that as your children get older, gift-giving is trickier, then you’re not alone. Years ago, Joseph spent hours enjoying his toy cars, coloring books and blocks. But at age 14, he’s entered a completely different stage in his life; he needs bigger challenges and broader horizons.
Several months ago, Joseph started taking advantage of online guitar lessons with Fender play. He learns at his own pace, squeezing in video lessons between school and basketball and yard work for family and friends.
I was given the gift of piano lessons as a child; now I’m watching as my own child reaps the benefits of music lessons.
Here are three reasons you should consider giving music as a gift:
It keeps on giving: Learning an instrument opens all kinds of musical doors. Whether that’s deciding to pick up a second instrument (or a third, or a fourth) or joining a band, planting a musical seed will blossom in ways you can’t even imagine.
It builds more than just musical skills: Studies show that our learning goes beyond plucking strings and reading sheet music. It boosts confidence, encourages discipline and teaches us new and creative ways to connect with other people.
It makes us happy: Meaningful experiences in life, and not our material possessions, bring real happiness. Once you learn to play and sing, music is a way to spread joy! At my house, we often get together for “music nights.” It could be karaoke, piano, guitar, or maybe even a visit from our parish priest who plays the concertina. The best things in life truly are FREE.
Why choose Fender Play? Fender Play is guitar-learning platform that allows you to take guitar lessons from virtually anywhere. Learn from experienced teachers in short 10-12 minute videos. It’s completely flexible and fits your schedule. Having no prior experience is NO problem. Fender’s “Hear It, Learn It, Play It” methodology is a structured, low-pressure approach that breaks down songs into easy-to-learn chunks.
And since Fender knows that your gift recipient will be eager to play right away, their “song first” approach will really be appreciated.
Speaking of songs, guitar players get to choose their own path (country, rock, folk, blues, etc.) to further customize the online learning experience.
You can start a FREE 30-Day Trial now at play.fender.com. (Their 50% Black Friday sale has been extended!)
Giveaway: My readers can enter to win a guitar starter pack, courtesy of the wonderful folks at Fender. There will be 15 winners! The Squier® Strat® Pack has everything you need to begin and includes a 24″ Stratocaster guitar and a Frontman® 10G amplifier. Strap, cable and picks are also in the box, so really can get started right away! Retail value of this prize is $199.99. This giveaway is open to US residents only. Winners will be randomly selected and notified by December 12, 2017.
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Use the entry form below. Good luck!
I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.
This is a fantastic giveaway! I love music. Thank you for the chance!
I really want this for my oldest, she was doing a guitar lesson app, but she had to take it off her phone due to the room it took up.
This is such a generous giveaway!! Besides the regular music cds and video DVDs, I would have never thought of giving a gift like this. I don’t know why, because I played an instrument when I was in school…a long time ago!! I have always loved music and have encouraged my kids when they were young and I’ve tried to encourage my grandkids too that music is and will always play a huge part in their lives! TY
I completely agree! It may not be the first thing we think of for a gift idea, but it really can be one of the most rewarding! I’m really thankful for a piano teacher that gifted free lessons to me as a girl. Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck! ~Anne
I really want my oldest son to learn to play an instrument and he has a great interest in guitar!
What an amazing giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity, Anne!
Wow!! This is amazing! My oldest kiddo has been asking to learn guitar! She would flip for this!
What a wonderful giveaway. I had a guitar and learned to play with a book. I then started lessons at the YMCA to learn more. I would have loved to have something like this as a child.
I’d love to give this gift to my son! Than you for the chance to win!
This would be absolutely wonderful!! I am 52 yrs of age and have always wanted to play and learn the guitar but just could never afford the guitar or lessons.. I have checked out the website and wow!! such amazing guitars and I love that they offer guitar lessons at affordable pricing.
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My son had recently expressed interest in learning how to play guitar. This would be great for him.
Wow!! This is seriously AMAZING!! My Mom plays the guitar and my broth plays the drums. They both have wanted to get my son playing but as always, the money isn’t there. Thanks for the fabulous chance! Fender is an amazing company!
Good luck, Amber! This would be a great opportunity for your son! ~Anne
Yes please- I would love to win this for my Bradley Boys
My foster granddaughter is 12 she asked for a guitar for Christmas hope to win for her she would be so excited. She deserves a Christmas all kids dream of she has never had I will be giving her that one way or another 🙂
My son has been trying to learn how to play by tune on a guitar we borrowed from my nephew! He got the intro of “Enter Sandman” down! This would be so helpful for him to play guitar!
Great giveaway!
Great giveaway. This would be awesome for my grandson
This is a very generous giveaway, thank you and Fender for the chance. Have a great week!