Musician Health Resource

Nabeel Zuhdi is pursuing the world's first doctoral degree in Performing Arts Health at the University of North Texas. His prior research includes the prevalent locations of musculoskeletal pain in musicians and his current work is on streamlining the terminology regarding Musician Performance Anxiety. In addition to his research, Mr. Nabeel works and performs as a classical guitarist and educator. For more information on Mr. Nabeel and topics covered in our conversation, please visit www.musicianhealthresource.com

Dr. Jeff Russell is the head of the Science and Health in Artistic Performance (SHAPe) Clinic at Ohio University and has recently presented a study on the musculoskeletal effects of ligament laxity and generalized joint hypermobility in the musician. For more information on Joint Laxity and Dr. Russell, please visit our website at www.musicianhealthresource.com

This week I sat down with Karen Elaine, a talented violist with a diverse field of interests and accomplishments. From kickboxing and SCUBA diving to music world tours and concert soloist performances, Karen exudes knowledge and enthusiasm for all of her passions equally and it's no surprise she has met with success in each of her fields. She spoke with me about daily rituals, intentions, time management and cross-training with her instrument as well as her history as a black woman growing up with a love classical music and her most recent endeavor combining the dance and partnering of Acro Yoga with her music performance. You can find more at peformusicians.com or on Karen Elaine's website, https://yogamusic.me/

This week I sat down with Breana Gilcher, an oboist living and working in Los Angeles who has a very personal story of injury and recovery. She shares with us ways in which she balances her physical and mental health in relation to a very demanding and potentially stressful career. Find show notes on Breana at peformusicians.com and enjoy!

Dr. Heidi Leathwood holds a DMA from the University of Southern California and a Teacher Training Certificate from the Alexander Technique Institute - Los Angeles. She is currently on faculty at the University of Denver where she teaches both Piano and Alexander Technique courses in addition to a busy performance career and outside studio. Find out more about Dr. Leathwood on her website - http://heidibrendeleathwood.com/ And more on our website - peformusicians.com