Fern Michonski / Fern’s Music
Pre-School Music Education Expert: The Children’s Advocate for Love and Kindness, Inspiring Creativity and Joy.
December 26, 2012—Music lessons are beneficial for every child. 
In my March 29, 2012 blog post I wrote about whether or not children should play an instrument. Parents frequently ask me this question and my answer is always the same—YES!
A small sampling of my blog stated:
A quote from Family Circle Magazine states: “Kids who play an instrument for at least three years score better on verbal tests and visual reasoning than students with no formal music training. The longer a child takes lessons, the higher his scores may be. So encourage your tweens to stick with their hobbies even when they want to give up. It’s the key to success.” I agree and would add that playing a keyboard instrument helps with eye/hand coordination, reading and math skills. On top of all that, music is the “universal language.” It touches the hearts and souls of everyone, no matter where they live or what language they speak. This is why I enjoy teaching preschool music and movement so much. It is the beginning of getting children to love music. Once they love it, they will want to learn how to play it themselves.
Carol Watson wrote a fabulous blog regarding the same subject. http://www.nationalnannies.com/blog/7-ways-every-child-can-benefit-from-music-lessons/
Her research and comments are excellent and provide even more positive reasons why musical education is extremely important to children. Her research lists seven scientifically-proven benefits of music education.
Frequently when budget cuts are forced upon schools, the music program is one of the first to go. This is devastating. Parents—don’t let it happen. Reach out to music teachers in your communities and give your children private music lessons that will enrich their lives forever. The benefits are clear and the joy is everlasting.