When I learned sax, it didn't effect my music appreciation. When I learned Piano, it didn't help either. When I learned guitar, I became very intrigued in all forms of american music and began to dive into various genres, all of course guitar influenced.
It certainly helped me get into various artists in a level I otherwise would not have, and my appreciation has grown from those genres to include non-guitar-influenced music.
Depends on which instrument you really take to as to which avenue you might truly appreciate.
Definitely guided me into music I absolutely adore, so I would say playing an instrument helps build a particular respect for music that may not otherwise be experienced by one who has not picked up an instrument.
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