The Guardian – James Rhodes
“As schools grapple to meet targets and focus hard on maths, English and science, subjects like music can be squeezed way down the priority list…Quite apart from the proven effects of specialist music therapy, simply having a musical instrument for company, being able to practise and focus on making a sound, and eventually playing as part of an ensemble can have a huge impact on self-confidence and self-belief – two things that provide life-long benefits.”(more)