Why do children need music?
Music has universal appeal for many reasons. There are subtle sensory aspects within the sound of music that children recognize either consciously or subconsciously. These aspects include serenity, security and inspiration among others.Music in Earliest LifeMusic has an effect on children even before birth. The sounds of the mother’s heartbeat, her breathing and her voice all reach the unborn baby. In this earliest stage of life, the baby’s ear is picking up rhythm patterns and tonal ranges.LanguageChildren develop their language skills by imitation. Phonetically reproducing sounds with variations of pitch and emphasis are musical aspects that are present even in spoken communication.RelaxationSleeping and handling stress are important for children. Music has a calming effect, especially in the form of a lullaby. Studies show brain wave patterns are affected by relaxing music.Creative ThinkingProblem-solving skills depend on creative thinking.
