Some Additional Benefits of Music Lessons

Playing music:

• reduces stress and encourages feelings of happiness

• develops concentration, memory, and attention skills

• improves communication skills

• develops physical coordination, strength, and dexterity

• enhances creativity and problem-solving abilities

• encourages good work habits – consistent effort leads to personal rewards

• develops confidence and performance experience

• cultivates appreciation for art and for great artists

• provides a holistic experience, engaging body, mind, and spirit

• develops cognitive flexibility

• stimulates imagination and open-mindedness

• develops cooperation and self-discipline

• nurtures a life-long love of music and the arts