Brass instruments vs Playing in a band
Brass instruments and playing in a band have 89% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Brass instruments | Playing in a band |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 4 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | With a group |
| You end up with | A skill you got better at | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Lively | Lively |
| To start | $50 | $100 |
Choose brass instruments if
- Easier to do alone
- Less adrenaline
- You can do it at home
About $50 to start, then about $40 a month.
Choose playing in a band if
- More social
- More of a thrill
- Means going out
About $100 to start, then about $40 a month.
What you'll need
- Brass instruments: About $50 to start, then about $40 a month. Full cost breakdown
- Playing in a band: About $100 to start, then about $40 a month. Full cost breakdown