When choosing an instrument to learn how to play, many people go for one of the classics, like the piano, guitar, or flute. If you love playing one of these instruments, then it is the right choice for you. But if you're still on the fence and looking for that perfect instrument, you might want to consider one that's a bit unconventional: the accordion. Here's why the accordion can be such a fun and interesting instrument to learn how to play.

If you're into guitars, you might be thinking about building up a nice guitar collection. You may be hoping to show your guitar collection off to your friends and family, or you might even want to show your guitar collection off to other guitar enthusiasts. If you are wondering how to build up a vintage guitar selection that you will want to show off to others, these tips can help.

Do you have a collection of oldies by groups like The Kingston Trio, If so, your own kids probably grew up listening to those great groups.Perhaps your record collection included great guitar players like B.B.King, George Harrison, and Eric Clampton. Maybe listening to those great guitarists has led one of your children to love the sound of guitar music. Does that mean that he or she wants to take guitar lessons?

If you're an avid guitar player and have plans to buy a seven-string guitar to expand your ability to make music, you'll also want to think about arranging some lessons to help you excel with this new instrument. There are parts of playing a guitar with seven strings that will come naturally to you if you're proficient with a standard six-string guitar, but there are also some challenges that you'll need to overcome.