The Argument for Music Education

Musical experience early in life imparts lifelong neuroplasticity. The argument for early music education takes three general forms. Music boosts brain and cognitive function important for learning, which in turn facilitates success in school. Music training improves educational outcomes, such as graduation rates. And there are also less tangible benefits of music education, such as improved focus, discipline, confidence and even friendships. https://northwestern.app.box.com/s/evxw053dl2rwdgv34qsqt0glrf3qnoqd