Reasons Why Children Should Learn To Play Piano
The importance of the arts for children, particularly piano playing, has fallen by the wayside with the latest generation of parents. These new parents have something to learn from the older generation that insisted their children learn music, particularly piano from strict, goal-setting piano teachers. The lessons children learn from piano instruction extend far beyond the music, piano keys and notes learned. These are but a few of the characteristics children can cultivate as they learn the art of piano playing:
Commitment. Learning to play the piano is one of the very few things a child can do that will bring an outstanding sense of accomplishment and achievement with every minute of practice. They will see and feel the results from their commitment, and realize that the more time they put into practice the more music they will be able to play. A child will come to appreciate that they are learning something which grows and develops with them, avoiding the inevitable feelings of boredom that some other past times may bring.
Expressiveness. Children sometimes have a hard time expressing how they feel but with their piano skills, they can show their feelings through the music they play. Todays kids have so many responsibilities and problems thrust upon them, so this musical outlet is especially important. With such destructive forces like vandalism as a form of self-expression, music can be rather therapeutic and a much more positive (and safe) way to express emotions.
Patience. It takes time for anyone to learn to play piano, but for children this can prove to be a struggle. Children enjoy being able to play even the simplest of songs, but they will have to learn that even these songs take practice in order to be played properly. Children may also learn the importance of being patient with their instructors, the instrument itself, and the ongoing musical requests from family and relatives.
Independence. Children get older and they will realize more and more that they are individual, separate from their family. Acquiring piano playing skills sets them apart from others, giving them a more distinct identity. While in the teen years, they may not want to be different, kids will discover in high school and beyond that being unique, their own individual, is a great thing.
Responsibility. In order to achieve their musical goals, children will have to show responsibility for their instrument and its maintenance. The ability to care for a piano is important and over time a child will come to be so familiar with their own instrument that they will be able to tell when such maintenance is needed. This will teach the child to care for their piano as well as other belongings. - 18780
Commitment. Learning to play the piano is one of the very few things a child can do that will bring an outstanding sense of accomplishment and achievement with every minute of practice. They will see and feel the results from their commitment, and realize that the more time they put into practice the more music they will be able to play. A child will come to appreciate that they are learning something which grows and develops with them, avoiding the inevitable feelings of boredom that some other past times may bring.
Expressiveness. Children sometimes have a hard time expressing how they feel but with their piano skills, they can show their feelings through the music they play. Todays kids have so many responsibilities and problems thrust upon them, so this musical outlet is especially important. With such destructive forces like vandalism as a form of self-expression, music can be rather therapeutic and a much more positive (and safe) way to express emotions.
Patience. It takes time for anyone to learn to play piano, but for children this can prove to be a struggle. Children enjoy being able to play even the simplest of songs, but they will have to learn that even these songs take practice in order to be played properly. Children may also learn the importance of being patient with their instructors, the instrument itself, and the ongoing musical requests from family and relatives.
Independence. Children get older and they will realize more and more that they are individual, separate from their family. Acquiring piano playing skills sets them apart from others, giving them a more distinct identity. While in the teen years, they may not want to be different, kids will discover in high school and beyond that being unique, their own individual, is a great thing.
Responsibility. In order to achieve their musical goals, children will have to show responsibility for their instrument and its maintenance. The ability to care for a piano is important and over time a child will come to be so familiar with their own instrument that they will be able to tell when such maintenance is needed. This will teach the child to care for their piano as well as other belongings. - 18780
About the Author:
Michael 'Mickey' Charles taught music in the public school system for 30 years before offering private lessons. His years of experience in teaching piano gives him unparalleled insight into what piano teaching software works and what doesn't. Don't purchase anything before you read what Mickey thinks of the top piano lesson software at his website: http://www.piano-lesson-software.com.
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