The Benefits of Music Lessons

​How Music Education Boosts Non-Music Outcomes

The effects of taking music lessons have long been studied and is proven to have various benefits, both mentally and physically. Studying music can help improve schoolwork, memory, day-to-day skills, and much more--especially in young ages. By receiving information through sight, sound, and touch, playing music is the only activity that stimulates every part of the brain! 

Cognitive:

  • Promotes brain development
  • Trains memory
  • Boosts creativity
  • Increases attention span and focus
  • Builds self-discipline, patience, and commitment 
  • ​Improves listening skills
  • Improves vocabulary and language
  • Boosts early math skills
  • More likely to achieve better grades and score better on standardized tests

 

 

Mental Health:

  • Relieves stress
  • Reduces depression
  • Builds self-esteem and confidence
  • Improves your mood
  • Helps to manage and express your feelings
  • Enhances social skills
  • Promotes planning and strategizing skills
  • Better time management

 

 

 

Physical:

  • Trains accuracy and dexterity 
  • Improves hand-eye coordination
  • Increases fine-motor skills
  • Promotes good posture
  • Develops motor planning
  • Improves stamina
  • Boosts immune system
  • Decreases blood pressure
  • Strengthens respiratory system
  • Exercises your core
  • Reduces risk of Alzheimers and dementia 

 

 

"...my son is confident and prepared when he walks into his highly competitive band classes..."- Susan

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