Some people believe that music should be a required part of a school's curriculum,

while others believe the opposite. Which position do you agree with, and why?
Give reasons to support your response.A.>Music has been a huge part of my life; I
enjoy listening to all types of music, playing several instruments passably, and
being knowledgeable about the music I am listening to or performing. It makes me
sad when I hear that many schools are removing the study of music from their
curricula because I strongly believe that the study of music should be part of the
educational system. I have two different reasons for this position.|B.>+First of
all, the study of music helps children to #develop# positively, particularly if
they learn to play instruments. Learning to play an instrument requires discipline
and commitment, and it also helps to ~^advance^ ~a child's knowledge and enjoyment
of music.@ Furthermore, performing on an instrument in front of others helps a
child to develop self-confidence.|C.>In addition to the positive effect that the
study of music has on a child's development, the study of music has a positive
effect on a child's understanding of culture. Music is a part of every culture.
It is therefore good for a child to study the music of his or her own culture as
well as the music of other cultures. This study of music from different societies
will give the child a better appreciation of his or her own culture. It will also
give a child an understanding of the differences and similarities among cultures.|
D.>A question has been raised about whether or not music should be a standard part
of a school's curriculum. In response to that question, music can help children to
develop in discipline and self-confidence, and it can also teach children to
appreciate their own culture as well as other cultures. Because the study of music
is so important, I strongly believe that it should be an integral part of the
curricula of schools.