Ms. Leslie's Music Studio

03/30/2026

Pia-pia-piano! 🎹

Happy World Piano Day! Started in 2015 by German pianist and composer Nils Frahm, the celebration is held on the 88th day of the year to reflect the 88 keys on a standard piano.

03/27/2026

All children should be given the opportunity to learn music at some level, though music education should be a positive experience, led by an encouraging music teacher.

Give the gift of music to a child who can’t afford it.

https://allkidsneedmusic.academy 🎶

03/21/2026

So incredibly proud of all my students at today’s Spring Recital 🎹🎵🌟 Together they played almost 30 pieces, showcasing immense hard work, growth, and musicality. Thank you to the parents and families for supporting these talented young artists! 🙌🌟👏

02/22/2026

It’s an investment.

02/22/2026

💝🎹 My amazing students made this Valentine’s Recital extra special 🎶 ✨ First-time performers showed real courage, and our returners showed major growth! 👏

02/14/2026

01/30/2026

Use your whole brain! Brains with Music Book
Maryann Harman

12/28/2025

🎹🎵🎄 2025 Christmas Piano Recitals in the books! Beautiful performances ❤️

12/26/2025

12/20/2025

12/06/2025

Research shows that the fastest way to support a child’s brain growth is not extra homework, but music. Just one year of music lessons can increase IQ by an average of seven points. This effect highlights how engaging with music stimulates multiple areas of the brain, including memory, attention, and spatial reasoning.

Learning an instrument requires coordination, focus, and practice, which strengthens neural connections and improves cognitive skills beyond music alone. Children who participate in music lessons often show better problem-solving abilities, enhanced language skills, and improved academic performance overall.

Even short, consistent sessions can make a difference. Group lessons, piano, violin, or singing all provide similar benefits because the brain thrives on structured learning combined with creativity. Music also supports emotional development, helping children express themselves and manage stress.

Parents and caregivers can encourage musical activities early, whether through formal lessons, singing at home, or exploring instruments together. The mental boost gained from just a year of music can have lasting effects, setting children up for stronger learning, focus, and creativity throughout their lives.

12/05/2025

Here’s why learning a musical instrument is one of the most powerful things you can ever do for your brain: every time you play, your mind lights up like a network of stars. Musical practice activates multiple regions of the brain at once—memory, emotion, motor skills, creativity, and even problem-solving—forcing them to work together in perfect harmony. This intense neural workout builds new pathways, strengthens old ones, and forms deeper connections that make your brain faster, sharper, and more adaptable.

It’s not just about the notes you play; it’s about the transformation happening behind the scenes. Every chord, every rhythm, every tiny mistake, and every improvement rewires your brain to think clearer, learn faster, and stay mentally strong as you age.

So the next time you sit down to play—know this: you’re not just making music. You’re building a more powerful version of yourself. 🎶🧠✨