Recreational Music Making's philosophy should be differentiated from traditional music instruction.

Recreational Music Making is not about inspiring great music making.
It's about inspiring successful living and experiencing the joy of making one's own music. Recreational Music Making seeks to benefit the WHOLE PERSON. Recreational Music Making seeks to provide access to all those who never thought of themselves as musical and to those who just want to learn and play in a non-pressured environment. Recreational Music Making does not seek to compete with traditional music instruction. There will always be those who wish to aspire to musical competency and there are the resources already out there that provide these learning opportunities. Recreational Music Making is not about "formal" instruction - it seeks to give people other reasons to make music.

Recreational Music Making is not about exceptional performance.
It's about fun, personal expression and satisfaction. Recreational Music Making philosophy emphasizes that the student is not expected to become proficient on their instrument, but to relax and enjoy the experience of making music.

Recreational Music Making's best facilitators are often not the most talented musicians and teachers.
They are caring and compassionate intuitive guides and motivators. The Recreational Music Making's philosophy relies on the mentor becoming the Recreational Music Maker's friend.

Recreational Music Making is not about performance.
It's about enjoying the process, wherever it takes you. Each of us shares a basic need to belong, to share interests with others who come together for a common purpose. This sense of bonding and community is as important to children and teens as it is to all ages. Establishing a meaningful connection with others may be one of the most important factors contributing to health, happiness and quality of life.

By focusing on the whole person, you will achieve:

• Improved quality of life


• Heath and Well-being and happiness


• A sense of accomplishment

As music education expert Karl T. Bruhn said, "The benefits of Recreational Music Making extend far beyond music. It ultimately affords unparalleled creative expression that unites our bodies, minds and spirits."