Creating Positive Childhood Experiences With Music

The purpose of this column is to provide a quick introduction to the concept of positive childhood experiences (PCEs) as an important support for the value of music education and music teachers endeavoring to create safe, predictable settings for children to be, learn, and grow. Music learning environments, it would seem, are premium opportunities for schools looking to play a role in providing students with PCEs. As such, it is important for music educators to be more aware of the significant role they play in supporting students by providing them with positive relationships and experiences to safeguard healthy childhood development.