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Learning an instrument is a great way to stimulate the brain. Studies have shown that playing a musical instrument can help improve cognitive memory, and build muscle memory. Playing music can also relieve stress, and build confidence by giving you a sense of achievement. In addition to these benefits, it is fun! Playing music can be a great hobby that allows you to explore your creative outlet through playing your favorite songs, or writing your own.

This full size cello was created with a solid spruce top, and flamed maple neck, back and sides. The fingerboard, pegs and tailpiece were crafted out of ebony, with a mother of pearl inlaid and nickel plated fine tuners. The Brazilwood bow features genuine unbleached Mongolian horsehair, and the case keeps your instrument protected from any damage. This cell is ideal for an intermediate player, or a beginner who is eager to learn!
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The Cecilio CVA-500 viola is teacher-approved, and ready for you to create beautiful music. The spruce top, flamed maple back and sides, and stain antique finish come together to create a beautiful instrument. This set comes with a carrying case to protect your instrument, a chromatic tuner, chinrest, a Mongolian horsehair bow, quality rosin cake and a bridge.
Violins can create beautiful music, and this kit is perfect for any child or adult wanting to learn. This set comes with everything you need to get started: a full size violin, a protective case, rosin, two bows, a tuner and a lesson book. The book includes all the basic techniques to get started, as well as lessons on how to read music. It also has a companion online download that features exercises and recorded pieces.
This clarinet is a great beginner instrument for anyone interested in woodwinds. It comes equipped with a compact clarinet stand, a pocket book for daily practice, a hard case, mouthpiece, gloves, cleaning cloth, cork grease and reeds. The sleek design was created with a high-grade plastic cast topped with nickel plating.
Create light-hearted music with this silver-plated cupernickel flute! This set features everything you need to get started with your instrument, including a lightweight hard case with shoulder strap and pocket, cleaning cloth, cleaning rod, joint grease, screw driver and gloves. The folding flute stand is compact enough to be stored in the front pocket of the carrying case. It also comes with a flute pocketbook for daily practice exercises.

Listening to classical music can help decrease blood pressure, boost memory, spark creativity, reduce stress and improve your mood. Being able to create beautiful music in your own home will provide an added stress relief outlet, help you relax after a long day at work or school. Listening to soothing music is a great way to relax and lower stress, and creating the music yourself can provide a great sense of accomplishment.

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