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Despite the compelling evidence, misconceptions about music education persist. Many people erroneously believe that musical ability is reserved for the “talented” or “smart.” Yet extensive studies indicate that music education benefits everyone, regardless of initial intelligence or natural aptitude. We are all inherently musical, as evidenced by our capacity to learn language.
This understanding paves the way for music education to serve a greater purpose—a bridge uniting various educational and societal issues. For example, learning disorders are often seen as miscommunication between brain hemispheres. In contrast, music education strengthens inter-hemispheric communication, consequently aiding conditions like ADHD that stem from timing issues in cognitive processing.