Música e educação: contribuições para o desenvolvimento cognitivo e socioemocional da criança

Abstract

Music, as a form of artistic expression that evokes both objective and subjective perceptions of the mind, has shown its impact since prehistoric times. While mammals communicate through sounds, humans present a nervous system adapted to identify auditory patterns, such as rhythm and melody, from intrauterine life. A bibliographic literature review has been undertaken to evaluate the contributions of music in the cognitive, emotional, and social development of children. Initially, the journey of sound from the outer ear to the central nervous system will be studied, addressing the anatomy of the ear and the neural pathways activated during musical perception. Next, the contributions of music education to the cognitive and socio-emotional development of children will be addressed, with a particular focus on Early Childhood Education. The reflections and analyses aim to highlight the importance of contact with music, which not only strengthens motor and language skills but also creates an essential interactive space for the child’s social development in the school environment. This research encompasses the understanding that music is a vital tool in the social and cultural identity of children, promoting meaningful and symbolic educational development that will be carried on to all human relationships and practices