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Music Helps Students Perform Better in All Subjects

Category: Statistic
Issue(s) Addressed: Supporting the school environment for learning
Supporting learning in other subjects
Long-term success of students

Attribution

“Americans Overwhelmingly Want Music Education in Schools.” American Music Conference, Valerie Salvestrini, April 21, 2003.

Item Text

According to a 2003 Gallup nationwide survey, 78 percent of Americans feel learning a musical instrument helps students perform better in other subjects.

Links

www.amc-music.org

Submitter Information

  • Name: MENC Staff
  • Email: advocacy@menc.org

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