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How music paves the way for

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SOUNDTRACK TO FLUENCY

By Charlene Roth

In a world where technological distractions seem to be the norm, nurturing a child’s literacy skills can be quite a challenge. However, there is a melodious ally that can make this task not only enjoyable, but also a whole lot more effective: music. Today, The Childbloom Guitar Program explores the impact of music on children’s literacy development, offering insights that will help harmonize your child’s learning journey.

MUSIC CAN ENHANCE VOCABULARY

Music introduces children to a world of words, broadening their vocabulary as they listen to songs replete with diverse and descriptive language. The genre doesn’t matter; whether it’s classical compositions or modern pop hits, each song is a reservoir of words waiting to be discovered. For example, children who regularly listen to musicals like “Hamilton” or “The Lion King” encounter words and phrases they might not come across otherwise. Even better, applications like text-annotating software can deepen this engagement, allowing kids to tap on a word and learn its meaning instantly.

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Yoga and Music

What are the reasons parents allow their children to learn to play the guitar? It may be simply because the child wants to. Or maybe it’s an inexpensive instrument. Or maybe because you want your child to appreciate music. Or you would like to see your child skilled at an instrument. Or you think that it will help your child socially or academically. Or it’s an innocent “enrichment” activity. Or even because taking music lessons is something the parents or grandparents did. Or a combination of some of these reasons.

Parents who commit to lessons eventually will have second thoughts, though. Once the child is involved, it almost always brings some conflict to the home when the child resists practicing according to the the parents’ wishes. Eventually questions arise like, “Is it worth it?”, or “what’s the purpose of this?”, or “Is this a waste of time?”

But there is something more terrifying for the parents than that.

And that is, if the child actually learns to love the discipline and grows significant skill, and wants to study music and guitar in college to pursue a career out of it! That causes real handwringing for the parents! Talk about second thoughts! So if there are no career prospects, why even entertain music lessons?

AI Review of Literature; Yes, playing an instrument

can improve academic performance:

Cognitive skills

Learning an instrument can improve memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. It can also help develop

abstract reasoning skills and diligence.

Language skills

Music education can strengthen language skills and reading ability.

Mathematical ability

Music and math are closely linked, and students who play an instrument tend to perform better in algebra.

Discipline and time management

Music practice requires discipline and time management, which are essential life competencies.