Not necessarily.
Classical music can give children a fantastic musical foundation. It can develop technique, rhythm, music reading, listening skills and discipline. But that doesn’t mean children need to spend years learning classical music before they can play the songs they actually love.
If your child wants to learn Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, a film soundtrack or their favourite video game theme, why not start there?
When children enjoy the music they’re learning, they’re often more motivated to practice, more engaged in lessons and more excited to keep improving.
And learning pop music doesn’t mean missing out on the fundamentals. A good teacher can develop technique, theory and musicianship through songs that feel relevant and exciting to the child.
Over time, children can be introduced to different genres and styles - including classical - without making music feel like a chore.
Rather than asking “Should my child learn classical before pop?”, it may be better to ask:
“What music will make my child want to play?”
At Rythmico, we believe the best lessons start with the child - their personality, interests and goals - and build strong musical foundations around them.
