Selected Topics (435-0-1)

Topic

Music, Health, and Wellbeing

Instructors

Sarah Bartolome

Meeting Info

RCMA Lower Level 113: Tues, Thurs 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

This course will feature readings on Music, Health, and Wellbeing and will address such topics as Music and Mental Health, Music and Medicine, Musician Health and Wellbeing, Music Performance Anxiety, Music and Mindfulness, Music and Trauma, and Music and Healthy Aging. Seminar meetings will center student discussion based on readings and periodic guest scholars will share their expertise on related topics. In line with the spirit of the course, each class will include short, periodic wellness breaks to practice mindfulness, meditation, stretching, music listening, and music making. Students will also have the opportunity to explore a particular area of interest, seeking out readings, leading a peer discussion group, and developing a final paper that addresses their chosen topic. This course fulfills an elective requirement for the Certificate in Music Teaching and Learning in the Studio Context.