Why Music?

Psychologists, neuroscientists, and experts in child development have demonstrated that music does more for children than bring them joy; it helps their brain cells make the connections needed for virtually every kind of intelligence.

EDUCATION & THERAPEUTIC QUALITIES

One of the main activities that activates, stimulates and uses the entire brain is music. Engagement in music programs:

  • Enhances fine motor skills
  • Prepares the brain for achievement
  • Fosters superior working memory
  • Cultivates thinking skills
  • Improves recall and retention of verbal information
  • Boosts creativity, reading and English language skills
  • Allows disengaged students to re-engage with learning
  • Builds trust, confidence and resilience
FACT: 85% of children in The Netherlands have never been in a classical music concert.
Children playing during one of the interactive concerts