Q&A for How to Become a Musician

First of all, be patient and really learn the basics. It's okay to try and emulate other people, but if you emulate someone too strongly, you might end up trying to do something that you're not ready to do. This will create bad habits that you'll have to either live with or undo over time. By focusing on foundation first, you don't have to go back and correct things so much, and you'll also avoid the frustration of trying to do something you can never really quite do the same.

Yes, of course! Anyone who plays music at all can be considered a musician.

Of course. Practice a ton and get yourself a good agent.

You could be a soloist. Keep practicing at both and start sharing your talent. Play for your friends and family first, then expand out and play in talent shows and local festivals and establishments.

Find an experienced producer to become your mentor. Look online or in your community.

This will depend on the type of rock music the band plays. There are flutists in rock bands but very rarely.

Of course! Just practice a lot, and over time you will get better at it. Try to take every opportunity you get to play with others and learn from them.

No, you just need to learn how to play an instrument or sing!

Purchase a tabla and look for lessons in your area.

Singing and playing music are two different things. Someone who sings Is called a vocalist. To be a musician you must play an instrument, so you should probably start by choosing one you'd like to learn and taking lessons. Many singers choose to play the piano or guitar -- do either of those appeal?

No, a musician is somebody who plays an instrument(s) for a hobby, profession, or talent. You can, however, learn how to become a musician by learning how to play an instrument.

Reach out to other musicians. You will grow out of the shyness soon -- it never stays there forever. Follow your dream, and you won't regret doing it.

You can watch YouTube videos. Find a song you want to learn and search for a tutorial, or simply search for basic lessons for your instrument. When you practice, it might be a good idea to tape yourself and listen for your mistakes - or even look at yourself in the mirror.

No, all you have to know is how the instrument sounds and its capabilities.

Record your album, and then find an experienced person to produce it. If it sounds good, they'll release it for you.

You can get some of your friends and brainstorm ideas together! Also, you can ask a teacher who you think might be able to help you.

Anything is possible, however, most concert pianists start training as young children. You'll have a lot of catching up to do.

You could, but you'll have to practice a lot! The rhythms will come, but just like you practiced playing the right notes, you'll have to practice playing the right rhythms.

Try using SoundTrap.com. Making an account is free, and so is making music, though you can pay for access to extra features.

It is possible, but its highly recommended to find an experienced musician to teach you in the field that you are interested in. If you are going to teach yourself, then prepare for a lot of reading; you'll need to learn the theory of music first, then try the practical side. An experienced instructor can cover the theory and the practical at the same time, plus you will be making a contact, which will be extremely important if you are wanting to make this a career.

It's possible, though it depends on a number of factors in addition to your skills and talents, such as how large a city you live in, how good you are at using social media to promote yourself, your social/professional connections, the popularity of your genre, the uniqueness of your act, and oftentimes, pure luck. Most musicians have to start small until they're established, performing on evenings/weekends around the schedule of a day job.

If you haven't already, buy a tabla and learn how to play it! Then, when you'll be really good, you can think about going pro. Do gigs, record music, sell it, eventually, you might get famous and have a high income.

Choose an instrument whose sound is attractive to you. Practice with it until you're a good player. Then inquire about auditions for a local (or nearby) orchestra.

You are already one. The moment you picked up your bow or sang your first note with passion and love is when you became a musician.