Music may not only give your child an extra advantage in school now, but it also may open up multiple opportunities later. They can play their instrument in college, in marching band, concert band, and pep band, as well as in orchestras, community bands, and church ensembles.  The possibilities of places to play their instrument will be matched only by their level of desire to keep making their music.

But perhaps they desire something more long term.  There are many careers in music that they could pursue:

Music Education

Music Composition

Professional Musician

Sound & Recording Artists

Acoustical Engineering

Music Therapy

Armed Forces Bands

Music Merchandising

Music Ministry

Music Instrument Repair

For more ideas on making a decision about a musical career go to the website page: Careers in Music.