Parent
Letter
Message to Band Parents
A Parents' Guide to Enhancing Your Child’s Musical Experience
CONGRATULATIONS
Your decision to provide your child with a quality
musical experience is an investment in your child’s future.
In making it possible for your child to play a musical instrument,
you are providing the opportunity for self-expression, creativity
and achievement.
Numerous studies indicate that parental attitude,
support and involvement are important factors in a child’s
ability to successfully learn to play and to enjoy music.
These guidelines are designed to assist you in giving
your child the best support possible for his or her musical endeavors.
Like any skill, interest counts far more than talent. With the
right support from you, playing music will become a natural part
of your child’s life.
FOR YOUR CHILD |
FOR YOUR FAMILY |
| Music participation enhances: |
A child’s music study also offers opportunities
for shared family experiences including: |
| *Problem solving |
*Musical event attendance |
| *Teamwork |
*Family music-making |
| *Goal setting |
*Performing for, and with, family and friends |
| *Self-expression |
*Learning about the lives of composers and the cultural
heritage of many civilizations |
| *Coordination |
*A sense of accomplishment and pride for the entire family |
| *Memory skills |
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| *Self-confidence and esteem |
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| *Concentration |
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| *Poise |
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| *and much, much more! |
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