A music education is an essential element in a child’s development and not just the ability to play an instrument. While not many children are destined to become professional musicians, it is a great asset to be able to sit down with an instrument and amuse oneself, and maybe others – a pleasure that lasts a lifetime. Moreover, there is the cultural value and the civilizing influence of growing up with music – a return to social values, beauty, the good in life. This is what we teach at Music in Chappaqua, not simply the notes!