Lots Of Instruments At Home When I Was A Child

Summary

Agnes Laurens reflects on her musically rich upbringing, her personal experiences with playing the violin, and the joy and benefits it has brought to her life.

Abstract

Agnes Laurens, a writer from Bunnik, The Netherlands, reminisces about her childhood surrounded by music, with family members playing various instruments. She shares her gratitude for the opportunity to play the violin, which has been a source of joy and peace in her life. Laurens highlights the social and health benefits of playing an instrument, including the positive impact on her brain and emotional well-being. Her experiences with playing in an orchestra, quartet, and the inspirational moments music has provided, underscore the importance of music in her life. Laurens also mentions her upcoming Patreon page and invites readers to subscribe to her mailing list for updates.

Opinions

Agnes values the musical influence in her childhood, considering it a privilege to have grown up in a musical family.
She believes that playing the violin has significantly contributed to her happiness and mental health.
Agnes emphasizes that starting to play an instrument at a young age has numerous long-term benefits.
She finds playing the violin to be a source of hope and inspiration.
Agnes is eager to share her thoughts and experiences with a wider audience through her upcoming Patreon page and newsletter.

Yes! I had a lot of instruments when I grew up. I play the violin myself and my middle sister too.

I had a sister who played the flute. I had a sister playing the piano and she sang too. My oldest sister and my mother played the recorder and my father played the guitar. So, I come from a musical family as we should say it.

I am glad I got the opportunity to play an instrument. I’ve been able to play in an orchestra and playing together with fellow musicians, like playing in a quartet at a wedding. Those moments were so precious to me. I enjoyed those moments very much. Especially the tours with my orchestra’s. I loved being with them, even when didn’t have that many friends in those orchestras. But music is always refreshing and good for your health and development of your life.

Playing a musical instrument gives me joy in life. It gives me the peace I need. It makes life much more fun to live. And also, playing an instrument is very good for my brain. I am glad I started playing the violin at the age of seven. The younger you begin, the more benefits it is for your life. In a lot of aspects.

What happens to me when I am playing the violin, is that I am smiling all day long and a lot more. It gives me hope too! It is inspirational to me.

This story was published originally on Quora.

Agnes Laurens is a writer. She writes for the local newspaper. Agnes lives in Bunnik, The Netherlands, with her husband and three daughters. Writing is — aside from playing the violin — one of her passions since childhood. She is on Twitter and Instagram.

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