Check out an interesting article from the Royal Conservatory of Music:

"The Royal Conservatory of Music has published a summary of the recent neuroscience research proving that music education is a powerful tool for attaining children’s full intellectual, social and creative potential. “The Benefits of Music Education: An Overview of Current Neuroscience Research” highlights studies offering compelling insights into the potent, long-term value children gain through music training. "

You can find that article here.