Music Education Matters Publishing

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A Sound Investment: The Value of Music Education

Music classes are often at the bottom of the academic priority list, undervalued and underfunded.

This must change.

By reviewing the latest research on music's cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural benefits, A Sound Investment provides conclusive evidence for the need to adequately fund music programs.

In A Sound Investment, you will learn how:

Music influences brain structure and enhances cognition
Music influences IQ, SAT, GPA, and standardized test scores
Music fosters growth mindsets and resilience
Music impacts Memory and Executive Function
Music nurtures emotional expression and creativity
Music fosters cultural understanding and builds community
Music aptitude testing can be used to unlock students’ musical potential
You can help advocate for music education
And so much more!

Help support the Music Education Matters Organization—buy your copy now!

Music Education Matters Publishing

Music Education Matters Publishing

A Sound Investment: The Value of Music Education

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