Gifts for Music Lovers

Music lovers respond to two things: better ways to hear music, and live music itself. A good speaker, a meaningful record or tickets to a gig all hit the mark.

12 ideas to start from

Voice-memo story jar

Record short stories or memories as audio notes and gather them behind QR codes on slips of paper in a jar.

Under $20homemade

Vinyl record of a meaningful album

The album from your first date, their teenage favourite, or the one they keep mentioning.

$25–50sentimental

Concert of a band you both grew up with

Tickets to relive the soundtrack of your shared childhood.

$50–100experience

Framed lyrics of their song

The lyrics of a meaningful song printed beautifully; check licensing on commercial prints.

$25–50sentimental

Streaming or audiobook subscription

A few months of films, music or audiobooks; easy to send instantly.

$25–50practical

Concert or show tickets

Seeing a band or play they love together is the memory; the ticket is just the wrapping.

$100–250experience

Bluetooth speaker

Music in the kitchen, garden or shower; a near-universal crowd-pleaser.

$25–50practical

Noise-cancelling headphones

Quiet commutes, flights and focus time; a big daily upgrade.

$100–250practical

Record player starter setup

A turntable for someone who keeps saying they want to start a vinyl collection.

$100–250fun

Beginner ukulele

Small, cheap and easy to learn a few chords on; a friendly nudge for someone who says they wish they played.

$25–50fun

Wireless earbuds

Useful for commuting, workouts and calls; a safe upgrade if their current pair is cracked or tangled.

$50–100practical

Music lessons (block of sessions)

A few lessons with a real teacher gets someone past the frustrating first month.

$100–250experience

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Tips for choosing

  • Find out how they listen: vinyl, streaming, live.
  • Concert tickets are best bought with their schedule in mind.
  • A record tied to a shared memory is more personal than a new release.

New to this? Our guide to choosing a gift explains why recipients and givers judge gifts differently.

Questions

What do you get a music lover?

Concert tickets, a record of a meaningful album, a Bluetooth speaker, good headphones or lessons in an instrument they want to learn.

What are good gifts for vinyl collectors?

A record they are hunting for, a cleaning kit, record storage, or a record-shop gift card.

What is a good music gift for a beginner?

A beginner ukulele or a block of lessons with a teacher.