Things to consider before returning your instrument.

• There are many benefits to playing a musical instrument. According to research, music bestows plenty of non-musical brain development benefits. In fact, it can make your child's brain physically larger and enhance brain function. The links between music education and brain development are so numerous that playing an instrument can be considered a great brain workout.



• Continue to rent over the summer. Your instrument rental will continue month-to- month if you decide to keep it over the summer. Your young musician can continue to practice and improve. Added bonus, you won't feel rushed to get an instrument at the beginning of the school year, you can relax because your child will be prepared for the start of lessons.


• Try something different. Many students end up finding the instrument they like through trial and error. Talk with your music teacher to see whether switching to a different instrument is an option. You can exchange to different instrument from Ward-Brodt Music at any time.



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