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[quote=Anonymous]OP, I think you have your answer. Viola is best for now unless your child's hands are large and strong. If he really wants cello, it isn't very hard to switch later when he has grown bigger. It seems like with his special needs and fine motor challenges, a string instrument may be a real struggle. You will need a teacher who is understanding about that. If his ASD makes it hard for him to sit and receive instruction, that may be a struggle. Personally I feel like at age 6, it isn't worth it if it's really hard. There are other ways to get started on music! He could join a children's choir, or take dance. Both of those things develop rhythm and musicality without putting so much pressure on fine motor skills and sitting still. [/quote]
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