Why MUSIC?

Why should your child study MUSIC?

There are many benefits to studying music as a child (and practicing / performing music as an adult!). Below are a number of interesting and informative videos, links, and stats that discuss all of the ways that participating in music can benefit students mentally, physically, and socially/emotionally.

Links & Articles

These articles shed light on just a few of the benefits of learning and participating in music:

The 9 Common Lessons of Music Education That Translate into Success

Music Lessons Were The Best Thing Your Parents Ever Did For You, According to Science

Be Part of The Band!

Videos

How Playing an Instrument Benefits Your Brain

Check out this video by TED-Ed that discusses the benefits of studying an instrument has on the brain.

The Benefits of Playing an Instrument | Althea Albert

Straight from a child herself - here is a TED presentation from a young musician

5 Benefits of Music Education

Timothy Cranfield, 21, from Newcastle, England, talks about music's impact on his life, including mental health, self-confidence, tuning out distractions, career prospects, and just having FUN playing music.

ESPN Sport Science Meets ALADDIN: The Genie Marathon

This video is a great view into how performing music can promote physical activity and fitness.