(shar is a US stringed instrument company that sells music, cds, strings, etc):
"I have met so many people over the years who regret having quit playing music in their early or mid teens. Their reasons for quitting include getting bored, not feeling challenged, being challenged too much, or simply a life filled up with other activities and mass media marketing competing for their attention.
Today there are many exciting and fun music making opportunities that complement a student's solo and orchestral music playing. "Alternative Style" have
exploded in recent years with American fiddling, Irish/Celtic fiddling, Jazz, Blues, Rock 'n Roll, and Pop adding new excitement to playing.
SHAR is proud to work with an support these organizations in their efforts to give the gift of music to every new generation of young people across the country.
Teachers and parents - help us help the string community. Please share your ideas on how to motivate and challenge students. Send them to motivate@sharmusic.com, and we will post your ideas on our website, to help others in the string community."
- Haig Avsharian, SHAR President"
I don't like that. Those reasons that people quit in the first paragraph... I shake my head.