Benefits of Music Education
A wealth of scientific research demonstrates that music education is one of the most powerful tools for realizing a child’s full intellectual, social, and creative potential.
Studying music draws on nearly every region of the brain, and it speeds the development of:
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Speech, reading, and language skills
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IQ, memory, and focus
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Empathy and social awareness
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Health and emotional resilience
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Creativity and artistry
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Self-confidence
“It has become more and more evident that music education can play an important role in a child’s development, spurring them towards greater achievements in all areas of their life. In study after study, musicians show better cognitive skills such as attention, memory, and perception, which are supported by changes to the brain itself.”
Dr. Sean Hutchins
Director of Research, the Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto