There’s no doubt that learning to play a musical instrument is great for developing brains.

It’s been scientifically proven that when children learn to play music, their brains develop “neurophysiological distinction” between certain sounds that can support literacy, which can result in improved academic results for kids.

Perhaps the most basic reason that every child should have an education in music is that music is a part of the fabric of our society. The crucial value of music for each individual is widely recognised in many cultures as every human culture uses music to deliver its ideas and ideals.

This success in society which goes hand-in-hand with music education results in success in education. Any music teacher or parent of a music student can swear on the effectiveness of music education in helping children become better students. The discipline learned through music commonly transfer to study skills, communication skills, and reasoning skills used in everyday life and in part of the curriculum. This discipline of music study, especially through participation in groups, helps students learn to work effectively in the school setting without resorting to violent or inappropriate behaviour. Music education teaches its students that all members are vital and must learn to cooperate as a team.

Music also improves pupil’s time management and organisational skills. Students need to organise themselves to be present for lessons. They are expected to attend punctually and also need to remember to bring the correct equipment to their lessons. This is assisting the child to develop basic life skills.

Success in school and in society depends on a range of skills. It has been proven that that some measures of a child’s intelligence are indeed improved with music education. There have been a variety of controlled behavioural studies and neurological research that show how music study can actively contribute to brain development.

Music students develop and improve these skills over time with the benefits reflected in their academic achievement and success later in life.

Interested in giving your child the skills that come with learning an instrument? Contact the School of Popular Music today to see what classes we offer for your young ones.

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