40+ Unique Christmas Gifts for Musicians

40+ Unique Christmas Gifts for Musicians Natalie Hagen Looking for Christmas gifts for musicians? You’ve come to the right place. The holidays are upon us and it’s time to do some shopping! No matter what instrument your favorite musician plays, they deserve a gift just as unique as their hobby. We’ve compiled a list of the best Christmas gifts for musicians to make finding the perfect present a little easier. Whether you’re shopping for stocking stuffers or a bigger, more impressive gift, there’s something for everyone on this list! 40+ Unique Christmas Gifts for Musicians Stocking Stuffers for Musicians Musician’s Dice, $19 If the musician in your life loves spontaneous jam sessions, or has ever experienced a roadblock when composing, then this is the perfect gift. These dice are a fun way to help musicians improvise and get their creative juices flowing. Music Magnets, $2-10 Their small size makes them perfect for a stocking, and with all the unique designs available you’re sure to find one for your favorite pianist, flutist, or guitarist!   Vinyl Record Cufflinks, $60 Do you have a stylish musician friend or relative? Help them show off their musical style with these cufflinks! This accessory is as unique and funky as your favorite musician. Guitar String Bracelets, $14 Fashion forward musicians will also love these creative bracelets. They can display their love of music on their wrists by wearing repurposed bass guitar strings as a fashion statement. Music Score Removable Tape, $8 Composers can cover up mistakes or change a passage with this removable tape. No damage will be done to the original, and the musician can easily add to any piece of music! Premium Dark Rosin with Case, $10 This premium rosin will not only produce less dust but the stylish and convenient case makes one-handed application easy. Viola, cello, bass, and violin players will thank you. “Rock On” Iphone Case, $18 You can tell a lot about someone’s personality by the way they accessorize their phone. Give your favorite musician another way to express themselves with a cool phone case that shows off their love of rock! Ear Plugs, $20 These ear plugs are perfect for musicians in loud environments because they reduce volume but still let the sound in. Your musician can enjoy the music while protecting their hearing! Christmas Gifts for Musicians’ Homes DIY Music Ornament, $6-20 Cut up strips of sheet music and stuff them into clear ornaments from your local craft store. Bonus if it’s their favorite song! Record Clock, $38 All musicians need to be good at keeping time (literally)! They’ll enjoy looking at this clock so much they’ll never be late for band practice again. Framed Music Quote, $34 These elegant wall hangings give musical quotes an artistic flair. They can be easily displayed in a musician’s home as a decorative yet meaningful piece. Guitar Flipper Spatula, $12 Whoever said musicians can’t cook has never seen these cool spatulas! Your favorite musician will be more motivated to make breakfast before band practice with this fun kitchenware. Life Without Music Mug, $18 Give a gift that combines their love for music and coffee! This cute and funny mug is perfect for any musician who appreciates a hot drink. Sound Waves Print, $45 Give that musician you love a sentimental gift with these customizable sound wave prints. Use their favorite song or first dance to turn a memory into a piece of decor! Guitar Amp Keyholder, $35-40 Modeled after a real amp, this keyholder will add some musical flair to any home. Your favorite musician will never lose the keys again! Art Vinyl, $52 Their favorite vinyl record can double as an art piece and stay protected from damage. Bonus if you give this gift with a record already inside! Portable Bluetooth Speaker, $60 Every music lover will appreciate a good speaker. These portable speakers make it easy to take music wherever you go, just use the Bluetooth to connect a phone or Ipod! Vinyl Record, $20-35 Oh how music has evolved! For the friend or relative who loves music and all things vintage, records are a perfect gift if they own a record player. SEE ALSO: Best Last Minute Gifts Ideas for Musicians Practical Christmas Gifts for Musicians Bright Hammerhead LED Music Light, $22 This ultra bright light is compact and portable. The gooseneck also twists and will attach to anything, so all the musician has to worry about is playing music! Pick Punch, $25 Now string instrumentalists can make their own picks out of anything they want. This is a fun gift for the creative musician who always loses picks! Roadie 2  Automatic Guitar Tuner, $129 Tuning a guitar just got a thousand times easier! Roadie 2 directly connects to the tuning peg of the guitar and once the string is strummed, it automatically  gets it into perfect tune.  Roadie 2 works on most string instruments including  electric, acoustic, classical, 7 and 12-string guitars, ukulele and more. You can tune to standard or switch to any alternate tuning in just seconds. Roadie 2 also comes with a built-in wind/unwind feature for easy restringing. Music Stand, Music Sheet Clip, and Light, $35 This collapsible music stand comes with everything a musician needs to ensure they have an amazing performance or practice session. The best part: it all fits into one nifty carrying case that’s included! Moleskine Music Notebook, $13 This notebook is perfect for musicians, songwriters, and composers. The right page consists of eight staffs and the left is blank so they can write down and brainstorm new ideas. Swirly Gig Drink Holders, $26 Staying hydrated is a necessity for many musicians, especially singers. These holders clip onto most microphone stands so a beverage is easily accessible during  jam sessions. Mic Stand Ipad Holder, $20 Put the music and lyrics right at their fingertips! This tablet holder fits onto most mic stands and is perfect when trying to learn a new song.   Headphones, $25 A musician can never have too many pairs of headphones! Durability and excellent sound quality make these headphones perfect for any music lover.   Guitar Center Gift Card, $5-500 Guitar Center has something for every musician, not just guitarists! If you’d rather send a quick e-gift card, you can even customize it with a personal photo. Fun Christmas Gifts for Musicians Spontuneous: The Song Game, $30 What better way to spend cold winter nights with friends and family than by playing a singing game! Don’t worry no talent is required, just a knowledge of song lyrics. Itunes Gift Card, $10-$200 An Itunes gift card is perfect for music lovers because it allows them to download their favorite songs or music-related apps. The best part is you can choose whatever amount fits in your budget.   Guitar Case Lunch Box, $22 Do you know any young musicians who are still in school? This fun lunch box will help show everyone in the cafeteria what a cool musician they are. It even comes with stickers to customize it! Mini Portable Karaoke Machine, $28 Take the show on the road, literally. This portable karaoke machine will let your favorite musician have fun singing wherever and whenever their heart desires! Playable Electronic Guitar Shirt,  $30 Whats more fun than a vintage t-shirt featuring a playable musical instrument? This shirt hooks up to a mini amp and allows the wearer to actually play their favorite song. Mechanical Music Box Set, $7-$22 This creative gift is extra unique. Based off the old classic music boxes, this set lets the music maker punch holes onto paper which is fed through the box to make beautiful melodies! TakeLessons Live Subscription, $0-20/month For the musician who is still learning, or wants to explore new instruments, a subscription to online music classes is the perfect fit. TakeLessons Live offers more than 300 classes on a variety of subjects, from singing to piano to ukulele. Impressive Christmas Gifts for Musicians USB Mix Tape, $26 Make your special someone their very own mix tape, well sort of. This unique gift lets you add the playlist to a USB in cassette-like packaging. So 80s rom-com! Mahogany Ukulele, $79 The ukulele is an excellent gift for new musicians, or experienced ones who want to broaden their skillset. This mahogany ukulele is a great option because it’s both high quality and affordable. Pocket Synthesizer, $89 It may look like a strange calculator, but this small synthesizer allows a musician to make beats in the palm of their hand! Of all the Christmas gifts for musicians, this one is sure to be a favorite. Concert Tickets, $30-$1000 Is there a band in town they’ve been dying to see? This is the perfect opportunity to surprise your favorite musician with a night they won’t forget. Medium Sized Cajon, $129 Have a drum enthusiast in your life who doesn’t have the space for a full set? A cajon is the perfect marriage of chair and drum. It’s also a great new instrument for musicians who want to branch out and try something new! Portable Cube Amp, $180 This small amp is battery operated and can be taken anywhere. It works with guitars, keyboards, MP3 devices, and more.   Crosley Keepsake Vinyl Record Player, $169 Few things are as cool as a vintage record player. With all the options of vinyl record players out there, this keepsake is a must-have. Portable Digital Audio Recorder, $160 Don’t let its small size fool you. This little audio recorder has amazing sound quality and is the perfect Christmas gift for the creative songwriter. Computer DJ System, $70 This USB powered DJ system hooks right up to a laptop so the DJ can scratch, mix, fade, and more all of from one device like the disc jockeys of old. Music Lessons with a Private Instructor, $50-$5,000 A private instructor is the best way to learn a new instrument or improve musical skills. Surprise the growing musician in your life and purchase private lessons as a gift! TakeLessons has thousands of teachers to choose from. Finding Christmas gifts for musicians doesn’t have to be a challenge with these creative and unique ideas! When ordering online, don’t forget to account for shipping costs and the length of time your gift will take to arrive. Checking for coupon codes and discounts is another helpful tip if you’re sticking to a shopping budget. Whatever gift you decide on, remember it’s the thought that counts and the musician in your life will appreciate it!