This is why you should play a musical instrument

That's why you should play a musical instrument

Have you ever wondered why you should play a musical instrument? If you have, you are reading the right article.

Music and Stress

First of all, playing an instrument reduces stress. According to research, music acts as a therapy, which is why music therapy has become a widely known method of use for things like depression, alzheimer's disease, autism, and much more. When playing an instrument, music allows us to get out tough emotions when we don’t quite have the right words. Because we are also putting our energy into something else, we’re getting outside of our own thoughts and can reduce blood pressure, heart rate, and stress related hormones.

Confidence

Isn’t it fascinating how something as simple as a music lesson can lift a child’s spirit? Delving into the world of notes and rhythms does more than hone a skill; it instills confidence.

Children who immerse themselves in music often stand a bit taller, figuratively speaking. A few chords and melodies, it seems, can craft a brighter self-image!

Social skills

Making music with other people (like in a band or choir) improves children’s social and emotional skills.  They learn to work together as a team and develop their sense of empathy with others. Researchers have found that when children play music together – from simple rhythms to larger group performances – they are better able to tune into other people’s emotions.

Promotes Creativity

Creativity is one of the biggest things that can affect your daily life. Kids are incredibly creative. However, as adults we tend to lose this side as we get busier and life takes over.

Music can give you or your kids a way to express, unleash creativity, be inspired and uplifted, relax, and extend these to other parts of life such as work, hobbies, and other learning.

Learning to play a piece does miracles for your creative mind. No matter how much composers want to express their intentions, it is hard to convey their true artistic idea. Therefore, a musician needs to aid their own personality to a piece, as well as trying to improvise or compose your own music.

Improve Memory

Music also has a positive effect on your ability to memorize.

In one study, researchers gave people tasks that required them to read and then recall short lists of words. Those who were listening to classical music outperformed those who worked in silence or with white noise.
The same study tracked how fast people could perform simple processing tasks — matching numbers to geometrical shapes — and a similar benefit showed up. Mozart helped people complete the task faster and more accurately.