Music is such an important part of a child's developmental process. When children are successful with the music curriculum,
they are successful learners. Music skills assist with reading readiness, mathematical reasoning and problem solving skills.
The short article found at the following link explains the importance of music as it answers some commonly asked questions.
http://www.music.emory.edu/cmdcArticle.htm
This article calls itself a Fact Sheet on Arts Education. It is an informative document
compiled by Americans for the Arts. Read it and take note of what studies have found about children who are involved
in music education, both during and after school.
http://www.artsusa.org/public_awareness/facts/
One more article that discusses the importance and effect that creativity (and arts education) has on success in the
work force on on our modern economy. In business, today and in the future, foward, creative thinkers are valued.
Arts education fosters creative thinking. Read on........
http://music-for-all.org/documents/SirKenInterviewFINAL_000.pdf
One more article the supports the ways that arts education helps our children become successful adults.
http://www.naea-reston.org/tenlessons.html
