Learning with and without Musical Notation

This chapter focuses on teaching music lessons with and without the use of musical notation. Music strengthens learning processes and cognition, having a long-term impact on brain development. Playing with musical notation enhances the functioning of the left hemisphere of the brain, while playing without musical notation benefits the functioning of the right hemisphere. Incorporating musical notation in performance improves cognitive processes in music, behavior, language abilities, and independent learning skills. On the other hand, performing music without sheet music fosters creativity, originality, and the ability to produce higher-quality sounds. When teaching music without notation, teachers can employ various techniques tailored to the class level, emphasizing the importance of organizing lessons according to students' needs.