It’s that time of year again when many are setting New Year Resolutions, and putting a plan in place to reach their goals. It’s like a fresh start, and that’s..well…refreshing! What are you hoping to accomplish this year? Perhaps on your list is music. Whether you are thinking of starting your music journey, or you are setting goals to further your skills, Charlotte Academy of Music can help!
“The beautiful thing about music is that it is for everyone,” says Regina Ziliani, Owner and Executive Director of Charlotte Academy of Music. Ms. Ziliani continues, “Children and adults of all ages can benefit in many ways from music study. We are all familiar with some of the research that indicates the advantages students who study a musical instrument show on test scores and college acceptances. But the study of music goes far beyond the academic classroom. A recent study at the University of Vermont College of Medicine showed that the more training a child has in music, the greater their attention span, anxiety control and emotional control.” In adults, we find that music study benefits both their mental and physical health. Research indicated loneliness, depression and even the effects of Alzheimer’s disease has been shown to respond to music, and some studies have even linked music making to better functioning of the immune system.
There are a myriad of music learning opportunities at Charlotte Academy of Music. For beginner pianists the Academy offers both private and class instruction. The Academy offers lesson opportunities also for guitar, voice, string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Summer opportunities in addition to private lessons include introductory and specialty camps and a fully-staged and licensed musical theatre production. Other unique avenues at the Academy are the Piano Artistry program, for serious young pianists, as well as opportunities for students to participate in ensembles with other instrumentalists.
Start 2015 off right! Let Charlotte Academy of Music help you choose a teacher, and instrument and start making music!