Music history is littered with precocious child prodigies taking the world by storm with their dazzling musical talents. A famous historical example is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791). Stories abound of his conquests of European heads of state while touring with his sister Maria Anna (Nannerl; 1751–1829), also a talented young musician. At one such stop when Mozart was only 6 years old, he entertained the Empress of Austria and afterwards he climbed up into her lap where she gave him a kiss. Young Mozart went on to compose a range of works including a symphony, concerto, and opera all by … Continue reading What Is The Right Age To Start Music Lessons For Your Child?