Best Musical Gifts for 2018
Are you on the lookout for something special for the music lovers in your life?
It can be challenging to find something distinct when they seem to have everything already and there is so much to choose from.
We’ve compiled this list of fantastic gifts for music fans, beginners, professionals, and for young and old alike. Each musician has his or her own tastes. Because of this, we have included a range of presents ranging from stocking fillers to creative presents and larger practical gifts that will facilitate playing. So come with us on a deep dive into superb gifts for 2018.
Musical Stocking Fillers & Small Musical Gifts
A new bow or violin is unlikely to be the right present for a co-worker, acquaintance, niece or nephew. It may be difficult for the jolly man in red to load onto his sleigh. Instead, check out these small musical stocking fillers and small gifts.
Music-themed stationery is a useful stocking filler for people with music on their brains. Things like pens and pencils, paper pads, pencil cases, paperclips, pencil sharpeners, sticky notes, rubbers, and envelopes with staves and music notes on them are always well-received gifts that are surprisingly handy. There is a lot to choose from too!
Kitchen utensils and accessories are another fun way of keeping your gifts music-related but fun and varied at the same time. A stylish salt and pepper set with a contrasting keyboard design and curved sides is fun and will get regular use, while this cello motif bag can happily accompany a cellist when they do their weekly shop. To go with their shopping bag, this ‘Chopin Liszt’ Board is a clever little play on words and hangs nicely in a musician’s kitchen, especially one who loves Chopin – who doesn’t? It isn’t cumbersome; the board measures 37cm x 13cm, the clip is sturdy and the paper pad is included.
If the person you’re buying for also likes to bake in their spare time, then think about something like these musical cookie cutters and maybe you’ll be lucky enough to be on the receiving end of their baked music-shaped goods too – everybody’s a winner!
However, if the musician in your life prefers to sit back and relax after practice, then maybe a treble clef bottle opener would be a better match. They are even gift boxed for an effortlessly good presentation.
Gifts for Close Family Members
Do you have something a bit more studious in mind? Perhaps something to encourage your spouse, son or daughter? In this case, good quality instrument accessories that complement playing or facilitate an instrument’s upkeep will be warmly received.
An instrument case is a necessity and it can make a fantastic present. They don’t have to be boring either! You can find wonderful and wacky cases that will stand out from the rest. We love bright colourful cases from BAM like this gorgeous yellow violin case and this stylish slim white violin case.
For viola, the azure blue violin case above is a stylish choice.
We love the BAM’s Hightech Paris range, which is available for cello, violin (contoured or oblong shape available) and viola.
For cellists, we are especially fond of the Gewa Air Cello Case as it is light, durable and has the extra comfort from a leather handle and a plush velvet interior. The case is also available in several stylish colours to suit your cellist’s preferences. The Gewa cello cases are certainly some of the most attractive cases on the market.
Gifts for Other Family Members
If you have brothers and sisters that refuse to tell you what gifts they would like, these items are for you. Forget racing around looking for last-minute deals on the high street or Amazon, here at Caswells we have a number of options to choose from.
Bow accessories are a great contender if you’re looking for a useful present for a string player. Bow rosin like this Hidersine Rosin is a must for any cellist. They can be teamed with a fur-lined Hidersine Bow Tube for cello, violin or viola. For violin, try the Prelude Accessory Tin by D’Addario, which comes with strings, rosin, and microtuner – everything a violin player needs in one place. A fine gift for a double bass player could be a leather bow quiver that will provide plenty of protection for their all-important bow.
Music books are a fantastic choice, whether it be festive-themed like this Fiddle Time Christmas singalong selection or Cello Time Christmas songbook with a play-along CD. If you want to enjoy their music all year round, a book with popular songs is a winner.
Metronomes and Tuners are extremely useful and there are multiple types to choose from. Traditional options like the Wittner Piccolino Metronome is sure to please, while more modern options like this Snark Chromatic Tuner & Metronome will wow. For an extremely practical option, consider buying a mini metronome that the person can take with them easily. Stylish and cute, but very reliable!
Music Stand accessories are super-efficient: LED lights can be attached to stands to help your musician’s eyes, especially in outdoor winter recitals, while these magnetic clips will reduce the risk of flying rogue sheet music.
Make scrunched up, torn sheet music and songbooks a thing of the past with Leather Music Bags to facilitate the safe transport of sheet music. It’s also a clever present for busy musicians who move around a lot. These bags are practical and are available in 8 colours.
Still unsure?
Seeing as there is so much choice out there, sometimes a reliable gift voucher can do the trick just as well. At Caswell’s Strings, our vouchers start at £5 and can be used on our huge stock of music gifts, accessories, books and instruments.
We hope these suggestions have given you some inspiration and will help you find the best music gift for your friends and loved ones this Christmas. If you are looking for something in particular or would like to discuss your options, don’t hesitate to get in touch or visit us in-store.
