kswift25:

I think this a very good question. I wondered about this myself. I think the answer would be different depending on the child. My son was not ready until 8, he takes drum lessons. My daughter started taking violin lessons at 6. Her attention span was much better and she had a real interest and desire. Usually, music teachers say that they like to start music training at around 7 or 8. I would suggest that you let your child take one lesson and get the opinion of the teacher as to how they feel you child will do. Most music stores let you rent an instrument for only 20 dollars for three months so that if your child changes their mind you have not invested a great deal of money. I rented a violin and the teacher told me that within the first couple of lessons she would know if my daughter was ready and she was. It is trial and error. So go with your gut!