[GIF: Duolingo] Learning to read music and recognize notes is a bit similar to learning a language, says Karen Chow, a senior learning scientist at Duolingo, ...

Learning how to read and play music teaches you some pretty important life skills, like self discipline and perseverance – but it’s also a huge confidence-booster. Sure, reading music isn't essential ...

Music both prepares children for learning to read, and supports them as they continue their reading journey. Unfortunately, it’s disadvantaged students who are least likely to have music ...

Learning to sing or play a musical instrument can help disadvantaged children improve their reading skills, US research suggests. After a year of music lessons, the reading scores of nine and 10 ...