As a parent, finding a way to instill poise, confidence, and discipline in your children is an on-going pursuit. One way to bolster their spirits and creativity is enrolling them in string instrument lessons. If you’re exploring the positive impact of music lessons on children and adolescents, here are a few benefits of learning violin, cello, or guitar. 

Top 3 Benefits of Taking String Instrument Lessons

1. Improved Concentration & Memory

Children filled with energy often have a difficult time concentrating in school. By embracing string instrument lessons, they’ll increase their overall attention span and memory as they learn new notes, rhythms, styles, and expanded repertoire.  

2. Correct Posture & Intonation Lead to Better Performance

String instruments are unique in that posture plays a large role in performance. By learning the right way to hold a violin, viola, cello, or string bass, your child will practice standing or sitting up straight depending on the instrument. In addition, playing these instruments requires you to play in tune and learn the correct way to bow from the beginning of instruction. Learning these skills can improve overall coordination and the ability to express emotion through movement. 

3. Instrument Lessons & Participating in Performing Groups Develop Social Skills

Music education is often taught in a group setting. Thus, by enrolling your children in string instrument lessons, they’ll learn how to work within a group setting. Better still, by mastering an instrument, they’ll learn self-assurance and self-reliance, two key factors that will bolster their confidence and in turn, their openness to making new friends and being social. 

Suzuki Music School of Maryland has been providing a creative outlet and helping children throughout Columbia, MD, area and the District of Columbia improve self-discipline and social skills for over 30 years. If you’re looking to enroll your child in voice or instrument lessons geared toward self-discovery and establishing a passion for the arts, call today at (410) 964-1983 to discuss their upcoming class schedules. For additional information on the music lessons offered and the variety of instruments they teach, from violin and cello to piano and flute, visit their website.