Broad Rock Music

Benefits of Music

Music is a Science.

It is specific, and requires exact acoustics. A conductor's score is a chart, a graph with indicated frequencies, intensities, volume changes, melody, and harmony all at once and with the control of time.

Music is Mathematical.

It is rhythmically based on the subdivisions of time into fractions which must be done instantaneously, in real time.

Music is a Foreign Language.

Most of the terms are in Italian, German, or French; and the notation is certainly not English, but a highly developed kind of short hand that used symbols to represent ideas. The semantics of music is the most complete and universal language.

Music is History.

Music usually reflects the environment and time of its creation - even a country and its people.

Music is Physical Education.

It requires fantastic coordination and control of muscles which respond instantly to the sound the ear hears and the mind interprets.

Music is Immortal.

It has been around since man first discovered he could organize the noise around him and create something which would transcend and uplift the human experience. Music shall live as long as there are ears and minds to listen and appreciate this art.

Music is Art.

Music allows a human being to take dry, technical techniques and use them to create and express intent and emotion.

How Can you Help your Child Develop Musically?

• Show an interest in the music study of your child.
• Arrange a regular time and place for your child to practice without distraction or interruption.
• Never make fun of the "strange" sounds your beginner instrumentalist may make.
• It's important to remember that all musicians begin with "sour" notes and missed rhythms.
• Teach your child the responsibility of being present and on time to rehearsals.
• Give your child a safe place to keep their instrument.
• Help your child to maintain their instrument in good repair.
• Encourage your child to play in front of others when the opportunity arises at home, school, church, or in the community.
• Keep a record of your child's various music activities.
• See that your child takes their instrument and music to school every day.
• Demonstrate your support of your child's musical efforts by attending concerts.