The purpose of this study is to investigate various aspects of musical motivation for playing guitar.  We are studying how these motivations are related to each other, as well as how they vary from individual to individual. It takes about 15 minutes to complete the survey.  There are questions about the types of music you play, your reasons for playing and practicing guitar, how you see yourself as a musician, and so on.  We welcome all participants, from beginners to experts, including people who have not played in a while.

In order to participate in this research study, it is necessary that you give your informed consent.

By clicking the link below you are indicating that you agree to participate in the research.  Please consider the following points before clicking:

1        I understand that I am participating in research on my motivation for music;

2        I understand that my participation will be anonymous (that is, my name or e-mail will not be linked with my data) and that all information I provide will remain confidential;

3        I may contact the CBU Research Ethics Board if I have questions concerning my rights as a participant in the research or to report a problem with the way the research is being conducted.

4        I understand that participation in research is voluntary and that I may refuse to answer any question or quit the survey without penalty.

I am at least 18 years of age, I understand the above information, and consent to participate in this study. 

Click here to go to the survey.

[available only until July 8, 2009; thank you for participating!  Check back here starting July 13th for more results.]

You may print off this sheet if you wish to keep it for your records.

Contacts for the project, or to receive a copy of the results when the research is finished:

Researcher:  Peter MacIntyre (Psychology professor)
        Email contact:  peter_macintyre@cbu.ca    

Questions or complaints about how the project is conducted can be addressed to:

        Prof. John Hudec, Chair CBU Research Ethics Board (ph: 902-563-1982)  
        Email contact: john_hudec@cbu.ca