Learn to play the violin, ukulele or mandolin. the ukulele is an inexpensive instructment to learn music on. Soprano ukulele tuned g-c-e-a is good for beginners because it is easy on your fingers having only 4 nylon strings. You don't even have to worry about losing a pick because you don't need one. If you do not have
a violin, you can rent one for the class for $25.