Why You Should Expose Your Kids To Live Music

There is no denying that our society adores music. Because of that, we’ve found ways to make it so easily accessible that you can hear a fully orchestrated concert anywhere you go. This is wonderful; however, because it’s so easy to get our hands on some tunes, it becomes easy to take for granted all the work musicians put into creating and performing their pieces. This is especially true for our kids who never had to live in a world before Youtube and Spotify.

But just because this is the reality of our time, it doesn’t mean that kids should have to miss out on the magic of an in-person performance. This is why you should expose your kids to live music.

Music Education

If your child is taking music lessons, there is nothing better than exposing your child to live music to help them develop as a musician. This is especially true right now since many music lessons are occurring online. This is not to underplay technology’s role in music education; however, there is something to be said about an aspiring singer or instrumentalist being able to see an expert practice their craft right in front of their eyes. It helps them see how to put what they’re learning into practice and ignites their excitement to keep practicing.

Broadens Horizons

Music is an important part of cultural and personal expression. And because of that, listening to a variety of music (Not just “I’m a Little Teapot” and “Baby Shark”) opens kids up to a variety of different experiences and ideas. For example, taking your kids to a performance of another country’s native folk music can help build a child’s understanding of other cultures. Likewise, having kids listen to musicians with interesting personal histories can help a child develop empathy.

Unforgettable Bonding Experience

Music has a special ability to play upon the memories and emotions of those who hear it. This makes it uniquely suited for creating memories that will last a lifetime. Not only that but as we said, music is an incredible tool for expressing our deepest emotions and desires, enabling us to bridge gaps in understanding between parent and child. Combining this power with the opportunity to simply spend time with your kids will help deepen your bond.

We live in a world filled with music, but we shouldn’t use that as an excuse to take it for granted. Live music is a valuable resource for your children and for yourself as well.

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