Many parents will agree that it's better for a child to sit and play a piano than it is to sit and play with a games console or watch television. In particular, learning to play the piano increases concentration, coordination and confidence, which allows children to get more out of school and develop skills that last a lifetime – more than can be said for the latest computer game!
Research carried out by the International Foundation For Music Research has revealed that there is a link between active music making and measurable improvements in human well-being. Music is a crucial part of early learning and can stimulate IQ development - and is a source of fun and creativity for children.
In another survey recently conducted by Tickbox.net results showed that 28% of respondents would like their child to learn how to play the piano. And 16% of parents would like to learn themselves so that they can play with their children.
The only reasons that would deter them having an instrument, particularly the piano, is that over half (60%) said that they can't fit a piano into their house and 29% don't have enough time to arrange lessons.
Although many people would like their children to be able to play the piano they may have been put off by the cost, space requirements and their lack of musical experience. The PRIVIA range from Casio provides solutions to all these problems through advanced technology that delivers a wide range of features and functions in a compact and portable design at an affordable price.
In addition to piano tones, PRIVIA also includes strings, pipe organ and other instruments; and with the auto-accompaniment function, even novices can sound like accomplished musicians.
Playing a instrument doesn't have to be a pipe dream anymore. It is now possible to get one that offers good value for money and is easily portable, as well as being ideal for people with limited space or knowledge of playing, or those who want to develop their keyboard skills with options that a traditional keyboard cannot offer.
For more information visit www.privia-instruments.com.
