Piano Lessons are Good For You and Your Brain (fascinating article showing specific parts of brain that are developed)
Studies show piano lessons help children excel by using different parts of their brain. e.g. Eyes develop visual cortex and occipital lobe, 2 hands, primary motor cortex, prefrontal cortex, and cerebellum, Artistic touch; prefrontal cortex, keeping time; cerebellum & prefrontal cortex, spatial; right hemisphere, cerellum, & paretial lobe, 2 feet; primary motor cortex, prefrontal cortex, & cerebellum. http://www.encoremusiclessons.com/lessons/piano#infographic_piano_lessons_are_good_for_you_and_your_brain
How do you choose the best piano teacher for your child?
Does studying piano make your child smarter?
Do they get higher scores in tests in school? Does studying music help them excel in math and science? Do more children go on to medical school if they've studied music? Does your child's brain develop differently because of studying music? Yes, facts have proven that it does. " Exposure to music offers many benefits to a child's brain. It promotes language acquisition, listening skills, memory, and motor skills. Musical experiences integrate these different skills simultaneously, resulting in developing multiple brain neural connections" http://www.raisesmartkid.com/all-ages/1-articles/16-the-effect-of-music-on-childrens-intelligence
How does studying piano help a 6 year old's brain change?
11 ways to help your child practice the piano
Want to know how to help motivate your child, find the best teacher, provide the kind of home environment for practicing, list your expectations, & more
helpful tips for parents. http://www.wikihow.com/Encourage-a-Child-to-Practice-the-Piano
