Why is musical notation important? What benefits do musicians and others receive from being able to write down and note aspects of a musical piece? In the first part of the module, we discussed how music is everywhere in society. What are some of the ways that we use music? How do you use music in your own life?

Musical notation is extremely important. Actually, it’s like writing. We note down our ideas, knowledge… Music is also a language, a specific language… Musical notation allows to note down musical ideas. It’s a great opportunity for creativity. True musicians think by music. Music is inside them all the time. It is a compulsory part of their lives, therefore, music notation is crucial for them.

Music brings enormous benefits into our lives. First of all, it’s a type of entertainment. It allows to relax, lifts our spirits and helps to perceive problems much more easily. Then, musical masterpieces include traditions, styles, beliefs of different times, so that it plays a huge educational role. Any intelligent person should have such knowledge. Finally, a range of studies proved that music has a healing function. Many people with mental diseases influenced by peaceful music get on the path of recovery.

Music is an essential part in my life, as I try to be accompanied with it all the time.