So it has been shown that the benefits of playing music help your brain more than any other activity. Learning a language is good but does not use as much of the brain. Playing word games is also good but again, not as much brain matter is used at the same time.
I tried to figure out why study after study has shown this to be true. If you think about it, you are actually doing a zillion things at one time when you play a musical instrument. You are reading rhythms, figuring out the notes, applying the fingering, reading the tempos and articulations, applying the dynamics and using your arms, breathing or hands to create the sound. In addition, you are making split second decisions all while trying to create an artistic or musical sound.
At this point in my life, it is just second nature and a part of me. The music written on the page is pretty much like I am reading a wonderful book and getting involved in the plot but also adding my part of the story. I would love to share this feeling with everyone. It is pretty cool!
Laurie Beth Frick
