I just participated in an interesting survey for music teachers, and I figured I would actually ask you all to get your perspective on this question! If you leave your answer in the comments section below, I’ll give you 10 extra points at your next lesson! Here’s the question:

What factors motivate you to be engaged [involved] in music? (you can give or add as many answers as apply to you)

1. Playing music naturally excites you.

2. You enjoy gaining recognition for your skills.

3. You hope to use music to help get into college.

4. Your parents urge you to continue playing music.

5. Nothing. You’re  not really motivated to study music.

6. Other (please specify) ___________________________________