Why Music Matters

Wondering whether music lessons might be a good fit for you or for a family member? That’s usually the first sign that you’re ready for them! Interest in an instrument or in the act of making music will take you far - that enthusiasm means you likely already have a discerning ear and listening experience.

Many people find that the discipline of learning an instrument does wonders for their overall well-being. Practice routines, instrument exercises, and mental processing all aid in maintaining cognition and memory skills. The act of playing itself can act as a kind of meditation. Music making engages all parts of the central nervous system, as well as our sense of sight, sound, and touch.

Younger learners benefit from all of this, but also from the habits formed from learning music as well - time management, perseverance, problem solving, patience, and creativity to name just a few! Learning the value of time and effort is a useful skill in and of itself! Music is an excellent tool to have as an adult, and can open doors for future schooling or professions. Many students may not go on to become concert violinists, but the tools they pick up in lessons can lead them to successful and enriched adult lives.