Music provides a creative outlet and a break from the routine and rigor of the traditional school day. Students in music are among the highest academic performers and still report less stress and tension than their non-musical counterparts.
Participating in musical groups promotes self-confidence, team work, social skills, social networking, a sense of belonging, self-discipline, a sense of accomplishment, cooperation, responsibility, commitment, mutual support, and friendships.
Research has found that learning music facilitates learning other subjects and enhances skills that children inevitably use in other areas including language development, spatial-temporal skills, pattern recognition, critical thinking, and so much more.
Through music, students become better people, as they develop self-discipline, confidence, commitment, responsibility, good decision-making, and personal pride. They are able to do this with the support of peers in a safe and risk-free environment.