Children from “arts-rich” public schools score higher on expression, risk-taking, creativity-imagination, cooperative learning, and academic self-concept than children in “arts-poor” systems.
“An elementary school that treats the arts as the province of a few gifted children, or views them only as recreation and entertainment, is a school that needs an infusion of soul. That arts are an essential element of education, just like reading, writing, and arithmetic.”
A sad but happy time for us in the shop this week.
Scott Hayden, our lead brass technician, is retiring after 39 years of service here at Paige’s Music.
When Scott joined me here in 1977 it was just the two of us doing all the repairs. Four shop remodeling’s and two moves later we now have a staff of 23 in the shop. Through all of the changes Scott has been instrumental in development, training, organizing and maintaining the level of repair we believe in, as well as one of the finest brass technicians I know.
We wish him well in this new chapter of his life as he and his wife, Mary Lou, get to enjoy their grandkids and traveling at their leisure.
~ Tim Roethler
You can learn more about Scott from his Staff Spotlight that we recorded back in February of this year (2016).
A study examined the influence of music education on nonmusical abilities, the effects of music lessons on academic performance, and cognitive abilities. The study revealed that students who participated in music lessons showed statistically higher intelligence quotients.
“GE hires a lot of engineers. We want young people who can do more than add up a string of numbers and write a coherent sentence. They must be able to solve problems, communicate ideas and be sensitive to the world around them. Participation in the arts is one of the best ways to develop these abilities.”
Come to Paige’s Music during the month of September and your first month is “on us” when you exchange your student instrument for a step-up instrument. This special offer is available on all of our step-up rental instruments in Paige’s Music, Encore Orchestral Strings, and the Indy Flute Shop throughout September.
Curious about the benefits of step-up instruments? Please watch our short video on the advantages of upgrading your instrument below.
If you wish to try any of our step-up instruments, please visit our store and our knowledgeable staff would be happy to assist you! You can contact us at sales@paigesmusic.com or by calling 1-800-382-1099.
The vast majority —96 percent— of the school principals interviewed in a recent study agree that participation in music education encourages and motivates students to stay in school. Further, 89 percent of principals feel that a high-quality music education program contributes to their school achieving higher graduation rates.
“I believe arts education in music, theater, dance, and the visual arts is one of the most creative ways we have to find the gold that is buried just beneath the surface. They (children) have an enthusiasm for life a spark of creativity, and vivid imaginations that need training – training that prepares them to become confident young men and women.”