Synthesis Essay About Music Programs In Schools

Music Programs have been part of most schools for years, increasing the cost per student because of its expenses. Children should have a choice in taking these programs because its their future. After all, music programs increase expenses, increase off-task time for students in and out of the classroom and increase stress. All these consequences possibly overcome the virtues of having a musical program in schools. First of all, all the musical equipment doesn't come out of the sky, it must be paid for."It costs money to play an instrument. Families must spend money to rent or buy the instrument" (Source 3). Many families don't have the kind of money to buy or rent musical equipment and even if the school paid for it, this would lead to "tight …show more content…
This time could've been used studying math and science."A lot of students need to spend more time studying at home. They do not have time to practice their instruments."(Source 3) Because some students don't learn as quickly as others the effect of this might be bigger than in other children. Another problem is the stress to students that comes from another teacher and more homework or the fact that some students are worse musicians than others."This can be very stressful because they must do something that is too difficult for them"(Source 3) Less creative students might have a harder time in music programs which can cause stress no matter how much time is being practiced."Families do not want them to have too much on their plate"(Source 1) Another class means more homework and more learning to do which leads to more stress for the student. Some people might say that by making music programs mandatory will augment memory and motor skills but that doesn't work for everybody."Not