http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/13/opinion/sunday/is-music-the-key-to-success.html?_r=0
This article highlights several well-known, successful individuals whose occupations are not necessarily music-related but who studied music at an advanced level. The author then speculates whether or not there is a significant correlation between diligent musical study and high levels of success
I find this article particularly interesting, because, though some might try to use it to argue for music education in schools (which, of course, I believe is important!), it really argues better for lessons from a young age. It supports the argument that parents should be helping their children learn and engage in music from a young age. Children today are incredibly involved, and from the age of three or four they often start playing multiple sports. While there is much value in sports, the lessons learned on the field or court are often amplified in a musical setting. Perhaps we should be pushing musical skills in children, rather than the accuracy of their basketball shots.
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