Hi,

My friend has a 1 year old baby and I go around on Sunday for lunch and we play folk music to her and dance with her. I bring my guitar and other instruments and we play music and sing for her. She seems to enjoy most of it.

Whats the best folk instrument for a 1 year old to start on ? She can't manage much, just whacks the bodhran with her hand and pulls at the guitar strings. I appreciate a 1 year old might not be able to mange anything but maybe in a year or two ? I just want to get an idea of what instrument is the best for a young child to get started on so she can join in a bit.

I'm hoping other Mudcatters will have some experiences to share.

Regards

Jiggers