FOR PARENTSFOR PARENTSAcademic Preparation for College: What Students Need to Know and Be Able to Do, a handbook published by The College Board, states that: "Preparation in the arts will be valuable to college entrants whatever their intended field of study. The actual practice of arts can engage the imagination, foster flexible ways of thinking, develop disciplined effort, and build self-confidence."
Involving your child in musical activities at an early age is really a kind for investment in his or her future. Most people who study music don't go on to become professionals. But for many of them, music-making becomes a lifelong activity. Adults who participate in music, whether singing or playing an instrument, find it is fun and a relaxing way to relieve work-related and day-to-day stress.
A child's musical life should not be deadly serious: there is plenty of time to prepare for a musical career if that becomes a goal. Just as there are many who enjoy jogging for fun and have no intention of competing in the Olympics, your child should be encouraged to experience what music provides, based on his or her own instincts and interests.
Ways in which a supportive relationship can be developed between student, parent, and teacher:
In this section, you will find published documents Rhapsody Arts Center has made available online that we believe are helpful or informative to parents.
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