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Musician's Health (MUSI90218)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 18.75On Campus (Southbank)
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Professional orchestral musicians work in high-pressure contexts with unique and demanding physical and psychological challenges. This subject provides a detailed understanding of the occupational health and safety risks and responsibilities within the professional orchestral industry. Lectures and tutorials will examine the prevalence and common causes of different medical disorders in this occupational group, and information on how they can be treated, controlled, and/or alleviated. This subject encourages personal reflection so that individual musicians are able to identify, prevent and manage health risks from a holistic framework which acknowledges the complex interrelationships between physical, psychological and lifestyle factors. Implications for optimal performance and career longevity are integral to the discussion of all issues covered in the subject.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Understand and develop the mental and emotional capabilities necessary for consistent skill execution and positive performance experiences.
- Identify, prevent and manage health risks resulting from playing an instrument for extended time periods.
Last updated: 3 November 2022