The Importance of Music in the Early Years
The musical intellect of an adult is largely developed during the ages 0 ~ 5. As children grow, music supports development in the following ways:
Physical Benefits
• Gross and fine motor skills
• Become aware of whole body
• Physical contact with others
• Begin development of co-ordination skills
Intellectual Benefits
• Follow instructions, sequencing, patterning
• Expand the memory and aid concentration
• Improve listening skills and problem solving (e.g. choosing a partner)
• Interpreting what they see and hear
Emotional/Social Benefits
• Work in groups
• Cooperate with others
• Practice turn taking
• Experience success and enjoyment
• Stimulate imagination
• Circles provide a safe environment
Physical Benefits
• Gross and fine motor skills
• Become aware of whole body
• Physical contact with others
• Begin development of co-ordination skills
Intellectual Benefits
• Follow instructions, sequencing, patterning
• Expand the memory and aid concentration
• Improve listening skills and problem solving (e.g. choosing a partner)
• Interpreting what they see and hear
Emotional/Social Benefits
• Work in groups
• Cooperate with others
• Practice turn taking
• Experience success and enjoyment
• Stimulate imagination
• Circles provide a safe environment