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Hypersalivation in wind players

Some wind instrumentalists, flutists for example, complain of discomfort linked to hypersalivation. What are the causes and solutions? (...)
2024, Be SMART: Set yourself goals

Desiring happiness for ourselves or for others is a wish, not a way of achieving it. Defining goals for achieving it is more useful and effective. (...)
Miles Davis and drugs

The descent into Hell Drugs and music (...)
Arts Medicine Journal N°95. Physical and mental health of the musician

The musician's physical and mental health is an issue that also affects his or her performance. This issue explores this dimension of health (...)
Asthma and playing a wind instrument: advantage or disadvantage?

Which wind instrument is best for a child with asthma? trumpet, flute, oboe, clarinet, tuba? (...)
Stress and sleep are inextricably linked: a good night's sleep is an asset for musicians and singers

People who sleep 5 hours or less have a 30% higher risk of chronic disease than those who sleep 7 hours or more. Artists, musicians, singers and dancers, because of their exposure to public and media scrutiny, are subject to a significant level of stress, which has an impact on their health. (...)
Training in musician health

This is the 27th year of the Médecine des Arts-musique program, an innovative approach to musician health and well-being, created in 1996. (...)
Sophrology for singers

Sophrology is a valuable aid for singers, offering many opportunities to improve artistic practice and overcome voice-specific challenges. (...)