When a person sets a goal to do something, there is a big chance that they will be able to achieve it because it is part of human nature to persevere to reach the finish line. As a beginner who wishes to learn to play an electric violin or any other instrument, one should be determined and have the patience in learning it. If you immediately give up as soon as you encounter difficulties you will never progress. Consistency is always the key in learning to play a musical instrument.

Playing an electric violin might be a bit more complex than an acoustic one. An acoustic violin only has 4 strings, while an electric violin has 5 to 6, therefore, the more strings it has the more notes you’ll need to learn.  So it would be better to start off with an acoustic violin to get a better grasp of how they work. Although, you can still learn to play an electric violin first if you prefer, but it would take more effort to succeed. As long as you have the determination to learn how to play it as well as how to use it’s electric components, you’ll be able to play an electric violin in no time.

Pros and cons 
Aspiring violinists may encounter numerous things as they start with their journey. The following is a list of probable pros and cons that beginners might experience:

Pros

• Ease stress, depression, and anxiety.

• Produce happy hormones.

• Physical attributes improvement.

• Enhance brain capacity. 

• Help in boosting confidence.

• Earn money in the long run.


Cons

• Continuous maintenance of instruments and accessories.

• If not a fast learner, the person might lose patience.

• Rivalry or competition may occur during individual recitals.

• Frustrations may be visible after failing a performance.

• Expensive cost of the instrument.


After distinguishing the pros and cons of playing the electric violin, and you’re still set on in acquiring your own, here are some things you need to consider:
• Do a self-assessment to know how long you can learn to play the electric violin.

• Check your financial capacity or status before buying the instrument.

• Search for reliable and relevant information about the instrument.

• Choose the brand wisely.


If you finally have an instrument to use, below are some tips you can do in order to learn to play an electric violin:

Take Electric Violin Lessons
There are plenty of schools offering music lessons, especially for electric violin. Some are budget-friendly, and there are also that might cost a lot of money. As a beginner, it is relevant to ask someone who already knows where to enroll or look on the internet for probable schools that offer free tutorials or have a considerable discount to save money.

Practice by yourself to master your skill
Beginners must set a schedule for practice and to evaluate themselves. It is also advisable to ask someone like a friend or family member to watch you while playing the instrument, and afterward, ask them for feedback.
 
Look for Videos or Apps about Electric Violin Lessons
Another alternative way to learn how to play an electric violin is simply visiting YouTube for video tutorials. It is a hassle-free way of learning, and payment is not a problem because most videos are for free.

Hang out with other electric violin players
Besides self-monitoring, it will be an excellent way to join online groups or people near the vicinity who are already experts in the field and bond with them. Make friends and learn from them, and use their advice to grow more as a musician. 

Enjoy and have fun
During free time, beginners can join music jams and watch live performances to have more inspiration and motivation to continue learning the instrument. Music can relax the person and also be the reason for a new opportunity.

Conclusion
To sum it up, beginners can play the electric violin only if they have the means to do so. Dedication, patience, and perseverance are badly required when learning something new.