Karley’s Corner: Boost Your Brainpower This School Year With Piano Lessons

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(written by Karley Spangenberg)

As the back-to-school season begins, families everywhere are signing up for sports, clubs, and enrichment programs. But did you know that there is an activity that supports academic growth, creativity, and lifelong brain health? Let me introduce online piano lessons.

Whether your child is starting a new grade or you’re an adult looking to build a new skill this fall, learning to play piano is more than just fun. It’s fuel for your brain.

Piano Lessons Are a Workout for the Mind

Playing piano is one of the few activities that fully engages both sides of the brain. Studies show that people who play musical instruments regularly are up to 64% less likely to develop memory problems or dementia later in life. The act of reading music, coordinating both hands, and listening simultaneously improves your brain’s processing power and flexibility.

Here are some of the proven cognitive benefits of learning piano:

• Better memory and recall – Piano players show significantly stronger working memory over time.
• Improved focus and attention span – Regular practice trains the brain to concentrate for more extended periods.
• Easier language learning – Musical training has been linked to faster language acquisition and better verbal memory.
• Enhanced problem-solving and logic skills – Music theory boosts pattern recognition and analytical thinking.
• Greater emotional regulation and stress relief – Playing music helps lower cortisol levels and improve mood.

Music helps students excel in academic areas, too. Research from Northwestern University shows that musical training sharpens auditory processing skills, which are critical for reading, spelling, and understanding spoken language.

Start Smart This School Year

Back to school is the perfect time to introduce piano into your family’s weekly rhythm. With online lessons, there’s no commuting or waiting rooms — just one-on-one instruction from the comfort of home. Whether you are entirely new or brushing up after years away, online lessons offer a flexible, encouraging way to learn.

I work with students of all ages and tailor each lesson to meet your goals, your pace, and your schedule. All you need is a piano or keyboard, an internet connection, and a willingness to try something new.

Real Benefits, Real Progress

Learning piano builds confidence, encourages discipline, and creates a meaningful break from screens and schoolwork. Students begin with hand position, rhythm, and simple songs, and in just a few months, they are reading music, playing with both hands, and exploring music theory.

Music is a skill that grows with you for life. Whether you are 5 or 85, now is a great time to get started.

Make Music Part of Your Routine

If you’re in the Uniondale area and looking for an enriching after-school activity or a creative outlet for yourself, I invite you to try out virtual piano lessons. I am excited to partner with the John J. Byrne Community Center to help make music education more accessible in our community. Learn more about their programs at www.byrncenter.org.

Visit www.TakePianoLessonsOnline.com to sign up for a trial lesson or explore how piano can support your brain, your creativity, and your confidence.

The journey begins with just one note. Let this school year be the one where you discover the joy of music.

About the Author:

Karley Spangenberg is a dedicated piano teacher who helps students of all ages grow in skill, confidence, and creativity. With over a decade of study and performance experience, she combines strong musical training with a warm, encouraging approach. Karley’s passion is not only teaching piano, but also helping students build a lifelong love for music. Learn more or sign up for a trial lesson at www.TakePianoLessonsOnline.com.