- Striving to accomplish a goal – When starting a new instrument or piece, it’s best to have a goal of when to perform it, and a recital is one of the best places!
- To showcase your talent and hard work – You can feel good about a song you’ve been working on for a while by performing in front of an audience.
- To gain self-confidence – After a performance, when the audience applauds, the performer feels a sense of pride after spending their time working on a piece. They also have the chance to show some new techniques and their growth over time.
- To get acquainted with the musical community – Though playing an instrument might seem like something independent, getting to meet and watch other musicians perform can help people establish new friendships and get familiar with the musical community. This helps the participant understand that musical connects the people.
- To become more experienced – Performing helps teach a performer new skills about self-control, as well as more technical skills. This experience will also be useful in other aspects in life.
- To make memories – When your family attends a recital in which you participate, a participant feels like their hard work is recognized and appreciated by their loved ones.
- To reflect – Watching other people perform can inspire participants to work harder and achieve great things, and can also be a reminder as to how far they’ve come with their hard work.
- To encourage and be encouraged – People of all ages can gain important life skills when showcasing your talents to others and encouraging others to showcase theirs, despite any worries or mistakes.
- To become braver – Some people suffer from anxiety or stage fright, and therefore participating in recitals often can help overcome these nerves until they eventually go away.
- To be inspired by hearing live music – Music is helps to unite the people, as it is a universal language. Therefore, attending and participating in recitals is a great way to help connect with new people.
