The Power of Music: a research synthesis on the impact of actively making music on the intellectual, social and personal development of ch

by Susan Hallam

There is accruing evidence which indicates that actively making music can contribute to the enhancement of a range of non-musical skills and lead to other beneficial outcomes. Research continues to explore the circumstances under which these benefits may occur. A recent review of the evidence from neuroscience suggests that early engagement may be important (before the age of seven), the length of musical engagement and commitment to it, the type...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1905351313
• ISBN13: 9781905351312
• Release Date: January 2015
• Publisher: International Music Education Research Centre
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"