Being involved in music classes from an early age has many benefits.
Cognitive Development
- Music can help your child’s learning in the following areas:
- Speech and Language development
- Memory
- Listening skills
- Concentration
- Aural imagery
- Connecting neural pathways which are vital for early development
Social Skills - Children are encouraged to:
- Share, take turns, pack up and co-operate with others
- Develop an attitude of respect and tolerance
- Develop self discipline
- Develop sensitivity and empathy
Emotional Growth - This will develop as each child:
- Creates musical efforts valued by others
- Receives recognition for effort and participation in musical activities
- Develops self confidence in their ability to sing, move, play, listen and create music
- Gains self-esteem from performing with the group
- Is happy and successful in the music activities *Singing also helps build the bond between parent and child (more so than talking) *Research has shown that regular attendance at a music class can help ease symptoms of postnatal depression.
Singing 'speeds up' recovery from post-natal depression - BBC News
Physical Development
- Moving to music, and playing singing games helps develop:
- A sense of rhythm
- Oral and aural skills
- Co-ordination
- Body awareness
- Gross motor skills