Researchers say that music can bring many benefits to your
life — and for households that incorporate music into their daily lifestyle,
these benefits can extend to everyone in the family.
According to a survey conducted by Casio America, Inc., a
leading manufacturer of digital pianos and keyboards, more than 80 percent of
U.S. parents said they played a musical instrument as children.
And nearly three in five parents say it is extremely or very
important that their children learn a musical instrument. This National Music
Day, celebrated on June 21, discover ways you can make and appreciate music in
your home and bring the family closer together.
[Read more: A Hudson Valley music teacher offers advice to parents]
See a show
Step out of your weekend routine by taking the family to see
a musical or concert. There are opportunities in every community to see musical
theater or live music, and watching others on stage can be inspiring for kids
who may be interested in taking up an instrument or other performing art.
Join the band
In many school districts, music education starts early.
Investigate your school’s music programming as early as possible and sign the
kids up for chorus, band or the school play. The earlier kids get started on
music education, the better. Motivate them to keep up the good work with
private music lessons, new music books and other tools to master their
instruments. Let your kids know music is important by prioritizing practice
just as much as homework.
[Read more: Is your child ready for music lessons?]
Bring it home
Mastering the piano or keyboard is one of the best ways to
learn music fundamentals. There are affordable, space-conscious ways to keep a
high-quality instrument in your home. From full-size digital pianos with keys
that feel like ebony and ivory and feature four positions of piano lid
simulation, to portable keyboards with mini keys, perfect for little fingers.
[Read more: Tips for choosing the right music teacher]
Movie night
Break out the popcorn and watch an inspiring movie about
music appreciation that the whole family will love like “High School Musical”and
“Pitch Perfect.” If you have kids signed up for band, consider “Mr. Holland’s
Opus” or “Drumline.”
This National Music Day and beyond, make music a bigger part
of your family’s life.
Article courtesy of
State Point