Harmonica vs Playing in a band
Harmonica and playing in a band have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Harmonica | Playing in a band |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 2 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 | Calm | Lively |
| To start | $30 | $100 |
Choose harmonica if
- Cheaper to start
- Easier to do alone
- Less adrenaline
About $30 to start. Little or nothing after that.
Choose playing in a band if
- Costs more to start
- More social
- More of a thrill
About $100 to start, then about $40 a month.
What you'll need
- Harmonica: About $30 to start. Little or nothing after that. Full cost breakdown
- Playing in a band: About $100 to start, then about $40 a month. Full cost breakdown