The government published the power of music to change lives: a national plan for music education. It sets out a vision to enable all children and young people to:

• learn to sing, play an instrument and create music together
• have the opportunity to progress their musical interests and talents, including professionally

Every child should receive a great music education. Learning about music and having the opportunity to play musical instruments and make music together is a vital part of a rich and rounded education. Music plays a key role in brain development. It helps to develop language, motor skills, emotional intelligence and collaboration skills.