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Music and the Brain

Music and the Brain (MATB) is a foundational, school-day general music method with a 27-year track record integrating piano learning for all as an entry point to developing musicianship, critical thinking, and essential life skills. The program empowers music educators to ensure equity for all learners by utilizing comprehensive music education resources. The benefits of MATB are:
 

MUSIC LITERACY 

Music and the Brain students learn to read music notation from lesson one as they develop piano skills.  Recent neurological research is proving that studying music is deeply connected to language acquisition and literacy aptitude.  Independent research involving Music and the Brain students revealed increased vocabulary and verbal sequencing abilities.

 

ATTENTION, and FINE MOTOR SKILLS

Music and the Brain teachers overwhelmingly report that their students’ ability to focus and their attention skills are improved as well as their fine motor skills as they participate in lessons.  This impacts learning across subjects.

 

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT 

Music and the Brain students develop critical life skills such as perseverance, determination and grit.  The structure of Music and the Brain gives students achievable benchmarks, allowing them to face challenges and celebrate their successes.