The Benefits of Music

Our way of teaching Music lessons improves our students’ ability to learn everything.

Parents, this is better than spinach, and WAY easier to get your children to enjoy!

You'd do anything to help your child succeed in life. Our music lessons are the superfoods of after-school activities. Sure, still do your seasonal activities, but if you want to really, really bring on long term benefits, our way of teaching music is your jackpot. (And besides that, no adult says they wish they hadn’t quit soccer…)

Of course, below we will list the 100% true, but more common “music makes your brain smarter” pointers, but in reality, there’s so much more that is just as important. And this is where we parents need to pay attention.

“My teen daughter goes in with a frown but comes out beaming with a smile after every lesson. I love that (her Teacher) is lovingly pushing my daughter to excel. Music is becoming her happy place.” – Sharon G., review from Google

When your child takes music lessons from us, they're not only learning another language. They're also learning and improving social skills, communication, commitment, self-confidence, accomplishment, and accountability. They're also enjoying an avenue of self-expression, and an emotional outlet for anxiety or depression, patience, success in performance, public speaking, and even practical things like how to properly care for an instrument, and to remember your lesson bag and books.

"Our daughter has grown so much as a musician and person since starting piano lessons here. The instructors are amazing!" – Sarah M. review from Google

And surprise, Adult students get the same benefits too! 😊

As promised, here are more compelling reasons for everyone to take music lessons!

Ten Benefits of Music Education

1. Enhancing Language and Reading Skills:
Children who study music tend to have larger vocabularies and more advanced reading skills compared to their peers who do not participate in music lessons. Engaging with music promotes language development and comprehension.[1]

2. Supporting Learning Disabilities and Focus:
Music lessons can be particularly beneficial for individuals with learning disabilities or dyslexia who struggle with focus in noisy environments. Participating in music lessons provides a structured and focused learning experience that can improve concentration and attention span.[2]

3. Holistic Academic Excellence:
Children who study a musical instrument are more likely to excel in all their studies, work effectively in teams, develop enhanced critical thinking skills, remain engaged in school, and pursue further education. The discipline and dedication required for learning an instrument translate into success in various academic areas.[3]

4. Substance Abuse Prevention:
Studies have shown that secondary students involved in music groups at school report the lowest lifetime and current use of substances such as tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drugs. The positive influence of music participation can help steer students away from harmful behaviors.[4]

5. Academic Achievement Regardless of Background:
Regardless of socioeconomic status or school district, third-grade students participating in high-quality music programs consistently score higher on reading and spelling tests. Music education plays a vital role in fostering academic achievement among students.[5]

6. Cognitive Engagement and Brain Development:
Research conducted at Stanford University reveals that music engages areas of the brain associated with paying attention, making predictions, and updating events in our memory. Musical training stimulates cognitive functions, enhancing cognitive skills and brain development.[6]

7. Strengthening Language Comprehension:
Mastery in arts and humanities, including music, is closely correlated with a deeper understanding of language components. Learning music helps children develop linguistic skills, including syntax, vocabulary, and expressive language.[7]

8. Improved Memory and Brain Development:
Young children who take music lessons show distinct brain development and improved memory over the course of a year compared to those who do not receive musical training. Music education positively impacts cognitive abilities, memory retention, and neural connections.[8]

9. Drumming for Emotional Well-being:
Playing drums can be a powerful way to relieve frustration, disappointment, and stress. Even a few minutes of drumming can uplift mood and provide an outlet for emotional expression.

10. Release of Endorphins:
Similar to experiencing a "runner's high," drumming activates the release of feel-good endorphins in the brain. The physical stimulation of drumming and the resonating sound vibrations positively impact emotions and contribute to a sense of well-being.

So, for adults and children alike, you have nothing to lose and EVERYTHING to gain by enjoying music lessons. And you’ll get to brag at dinner parties about knowing a musical instrument, too. 😊

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