The Importance of Music for the Cognitive Development of Children Aged 5 to 13 Years: Cognition and Bilingualism

Abstract

This article analyzes the use of music as a pedagogical resource in teaching English as a foreign language in the school context of the Federal District, Brazil. The objective is to discuss how music can function as a facilitating teaching technique, contributing to students’ communicative, cultural and linguistic competence. This study is based on bibliographic research in Applied Linguistics and Education and on a pedagogical experience conducted with higher education students. The results indicate that the use of songs in the classroom enhances motivation, reduces the affective filter, expands vocabulary and improves pronunciation, promoting a more meaningful and participatory learning environment. It is concluded that music is an effective didactic strategy in English language teaching, beyond purely grammatical approaches.