Exploring the Benefits of Music and Orchestra Instruments for Kids

Music plays an important role in our development, even before we’re born. For babies, hearing music in the womb can be calming and may potentially support brain development. Researchers have discovered that classical music has unique benefits for our brains. A 2019 music intervention study showed enhanced performance among children from 8 and 11 years old in several key areas such as reading accuracy, phonological awareness, and rhythmic ability. Researchers have also found that acquiring perfect pitch is easier between the ages of two and six, when children’s hearing is still developing.

The orchestra’s setup is designed to balance the sound and improve communication between the performers and the conductor. The kids playing cellos are sitting next to the violas, providing resonant tones. This layout balances the orchestra’s sound, with higher-pitched instruments on one side, middle-pitched instruments in the middle to harmonize, and lower-pitched instruments on the other side, creating a harmonious and well-rounded performance. A chamber orchestra generally contains fewer than 50 musicians, so it’s different from a symphony orchestra, which may include more than 100 professional musicians and a bigger range of musical instruments.

If you love vibrant melodies, learning the violin is a fantastic choice. The cello provides beautiful, low notes for those drawn to rich, expressive tones. When choosing your first instrument, it’s important to pick one that’s the right size for your body. Plus, consider reusing used instruments from older kids to help create a more eco-friendly orchestra!