Most Americans are with the fact of former President Bill Clinton played saxophone familiar, but there are many other prominent leaders, who play instruments, including at least six other U.S. presidents.
Patrick Henry and Benjamin Franklin played instruments in their spare time off from building a nation. Patrick Henry played the flute and fiddle and Benjamin Franklin played the guitar and violin.
Thomas Jefferson, third U.S. president, was known formany things, including the Declaration of Independence, the Louisiana Purchase, the lazy Susan, and the dumb waiter. He was also aware of the cello, played the clavichord and the violin.
John Quincy Adams, the sixth President, was known for the Monroe Doctrine, but he also was known to play the flute. Chester Alan Arthur, the twenty-first U.S. President to play banjo. Woodrow Wilson, the 28th U.S. president, has played a new League of Nations and the violin. Harry Truman andRichard Nixon played the piano. Nixon also played the accordion.
Other famous leaders, Mahatma Gandhi, Sir Edward Heath, Ross Perot and Condeleeza Rice also played or play instruments. Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the peaceful national movement in India, played the harmonica. Sir Edward Heath, former British Prime Minister, played the organ and was a conductor. Ross Perot, an independent candidate for U.S. president, played the accordion. Condeleeza Rice, the U.S. Secretary of Stateplays the piano. At one time, she was also considering a career as a concert pianist.
Playing an instrument has been scientifically proven to improve the focus, discipline and study habits. It also acts as an outlet for creativity and stress reduction. There are many social benefits derived from playing an instrument. As part of a band or orchestra provides camaraderie and teaches how to function as part of a group.
Can you play an instrument guaranteeelected position? Of course not, but it can put you on the path to a successful career!
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