A recent report by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music indicates that the number of children learning the recorder has decreased dramatically, with only 16% of children learning it in 2024, down from 28% in 2014. This trend reflects a broader shift in musical preferences among young learners, as other instruments like the electric guitar, drums, flute, violin, and ukulele are gaining popularity. The findings suggest that music educators are broadening their offerings to align with evolving student interests.
Only one in six children are now learning the recorder at school, marking a significant drop in its popularity over the past ten years.
The report says: 'Instrument choice and the range of instruments taught by music teachers is widening, reflecting both a shift in learner tastes and the need for music teachers to respond to this.'
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