A problem in society today is that the value of music in the educational setting is constantly being questioned. Certain individuals do not feel as if music education is as important as the basics in education such as science, math, history, english, etc. For this reason, as schools find themselves lacking in necessary funds to live up to extensive demands, they feel that the most appropriate areas to cut from the curriculum are those related to the arts. Little do they know that as they cut these programs, their students will begin to suffer. Music contributes to the school and community envi ronment.
Music helps prepare students for a career.
A day is made more interesting and lively when music is incorporated. This is a factor that leads to more quality learning. Music has the ablility to combine behaviors that promote a higher order of thinking skills. Music provides children with the opportunity for self expression. Music can provide children with rewarding experiences and add to their personal sense of self- worth.