In the run-up to Christmas it’s easy to get overwhelmed as you try to work out what gifts to get for your friends and family; it’s much more straightforward if you know someone with a specific interest or hobby.
It’s also nice to get someone a gift that shows you really thought about what they might like and if you live with, or know, a musician then you know how passionate they are about their art. So where do you start?
It all depends what kind of music they’re into, and what form that passion takes. Do they play an instrument? Or collect vinyl? Are they hugely into clubbing and can never be found without their headphones in, or can they pick out the opening strains of Grieg’s Suite No. 1, Op 46 in the middle of a Simpsons episode?
Whatever form it takes, we’ve got you covered with our Christmas gift ideas for musicians, we’ve even separated them into fun and practical to suit a range of budgets, so you’ll hopefully hit the right note on Christmas morning.
Practical Gifts
Let’s start with the serious part. Most musicians probably have their preferred instruments or equipment, but there are always extra things they need that will make their job or hobby easier.
Headphones are quite a personal thing, everyone has their favourite type, but you can’t go wrong with a pair of Bluetooth headphones that can be used both in and out of the studio. Or how about a digital tuner?? Regular tuning makes an instrument last longer and makes it sound better too, but not everyone has the perfect ear for tuning, so this digital one is great; they’ll be able to spend less time tuning and more time doing the important part – playing, and it works with most instruments.
Live with a budding Adele? Every room has different acoustics, and every neighbour has different musical tastes and unless they have the luxury of a soundproof studio to hand, a vocal dampener is ideal. Whether they want to use it for warming up, practising their scales, or just channelling their inner X Factor contestant and belting out some hits, your neighbours will thank you, even if your friend doesn’t.
Anyone who’s ever had to play from sheet music knows the importance of a sturdy stand; you need to know that when you flip the page, the stand won’t flip too. This portable music stand comes with a bag so it can be transported and stored easily. It can be used standing or sitting and if sheet music isn’t your thing, it can also be angled so that you can sit a laptop on it.
Fun Gifts
Have they got everything they possibly need and are notoriously difficult to buy for? Then maybe something fun is the answer.
This Bluetooth shower speaker is perfect for the music-obsessed person in your life who can’t bear to be in silence and needs music playing constantly. It can be stuck anywhere smooth and flat, and it even has a light show. It can be used in the shower for a full-on rave, or in the bath with a relaxing podcast.
This personalised playlist is ideal for anyone who can remember making compilation tapes in the 80s. It can be customised to include 8 special songs from the 1950s onwards; that could be your wedding music, or a song that has special meaning, whichever you choose, it’s a really unusual, thoughtful gift.
Vinyl has made a real comeback recently and that brings with it the classic album cover, which is a form of artwork itself. This Book of 1000 Record Covers would look good on any coffee table, it has classic album covers from Simon & Garfunkel to Oasis and is both interesting and stylish.
If you want to liven up those family get-togethers over Christmas, this Song Game is perfect. You’re given a word and you have to sing a song with that word in it; we all know someone who manages to turn everything into a song, so this would be great for them. The instructions on the box make it quite clear that no talent is needed, which is even better.
Quirky
How about something completely different? Something still music- related but as individual as they are?
The theremin is a unique instrument with an other-worldly sound and is the only instrument that you play without even touching it. This build-your-own theremin kit is a more accessible version than the original, but still has everything you need to satisfy the music geek in your life.
This DIY Ukulele kit could be a fantastic gift for a budding musician, once it’s assembled it can be decorated and customised. Or how about a Sound Waves print? Everyone has a favourite song or piece of music that has special meaning to them, and this captures that. All they have to do is scan the QR code with their smartphone and it will take them straight to the song.
A cajon, more commonly known as a drum box, is just that, a percussion instrument shaped like a box that’s played by slapping it with the hands, although you can use a stick or brush too. Perfect for that friend who can’t keep their hands still whenever music is playing, and who turns every surface into a drum kit.
Miscellaneous
Lessons – musicians can always benefit from learning more about their craft, or they might want the challenge of learning a new instrument. Maybe you know someone who loves singing and could benefit from some singing lessons, although you’ll need to find a tactful way to suggest that one!
Tickets – another great idea that’s a bit different. It could be tickets for a night at the opera, or for a concert by their favourite artist, maybe even a day at a festival, whatever you choose, we’re sure they’ll be thrilled.
Now the world is turning increasingly digital, you could try a digital sheet music subscription such as Scribd, so that they have access to everything they need, from Broadway classics and classical music, to the latest hits.
Money No Object
What do you get if you combine one of the greatest bands of all time with one of the greatest toys of all time? Lego Beatles Art! They’ll get the satisfaction of building a portrait of each band member, before being able to display them on the wall.
Whether it’s a hobby or a profession, there are plenty of options out there when it comes to looking for a suitable Christmas gift; your musician friend will probably also thank you for reminding them that insuring their musical equipment could be one of the smartest things they do.
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In the meantime, enjoy looking through our gift suggestions that will have them demanding an encore.
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