Wednesday, January 18, 2023 | Uncategorized

Did you know that the Royal Conservatory of Music have published some research showing some of the benefits of music education? 
 
You can read the whole document here

Here's an extract:

"The brains of musically trained individuals have:

- stronger neural connections

- more grey matter

- better information processing

- higher IQ

- better memory and attention

- better motor coordination

A wealth of scientific research over the last decade is proving that music education is a powerful tool for attaining children's full intellectual, social and creative potential.  
- It speeds the development of speech and reading skills 
- It trains children to focus their attention for sustained periods 
- It helps children gain a sense of empathy for others

Musically-trained children develop to their full potential because participation in music is inherently rewarding, making children more likely to devote the time and practice necessary to develop strong cognitive and social abilities. 

Most importantly, music gives children a means to express themselves, to unleash their creativity, and to be inspired by their own boundless capacity for personal growth.

We know that from early childhood through to retirement years, whether involved in recreational music making or training for a professional career,people who are engaged in music study are sharpening their cognitive skills and developing social connections.

Over the past two decades, several large-scale studies have found that music students outperform academically compared to other students, often by large margins. Music students tend to be more engaged and motivated in their studies, and more likely to win academic awards.

Thanks to the groundbreaking research of neuroscientists, we now have a clear scientific explanation for this phenomenon. Music study leads to lasting changes in children’s brains, increasing their capacity to perform tasks that require sustained attention and careful listening and reading.

Parents can be more confident than ever that an investment in music lessons will deliver lifelong benefits for their child."

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