Childhood is a time of exploration—of having new experiences and discovering new passions. If your son or daughter is interested in developing new skills, consider signing them up for a music class. Not only can playing an instrument provide them with a creative outlet, but it also offers the following lifelong benefits.

What Are the Advantages of Playing an Instrument as a Child?

1. Learn the Value of Hard Work

Even for those who are naturally talented, a musical instrument requires hours of practice to master—both during music class and outside of it. Through this process, your child will set both short-term and long-term goals with their teacher. This mindset can help them get results in other areas of their life as well. 

2. Boost Self-Confidence

During this process, they’ll be able to feel and hear their progress as a piece that they once struggled through becomes second nature. As a result, they will feel more self-confident and capable and, thus, better prepared to face future social and academic challenges.

3. Improve Comprehension of Other Subjects

Musical notes form an entirely new language. Your child will need to read the notes on the page, then translate that to a note to play on their instrument, which can help improve their literacy. In addition, music has a strong tie to math—with beats sometimes manifesting themselves as fractions—and requires the same ability to understand patterns. As a result, it has been linked to higher test scores.

Is your child interested in joining a music class? Iryna Dunaeva at European Piano School is a professionally trained pianist who has offered piano lessons to Anchorage, AK, residents for almost 40 years. In addition to beginners, she provides private tutoring for players of all skill levels with year-round enrollment. Learn more about these classes online or call (907) 360-2915 with questions.