Routledge - Physical and Emotional Hazards of a Performing Career

As the number of musicians facing physical and emotional challenges grows, medical professionals worldwide are looking for better ways to support performers. This special issue of the journal Musical Performance addresses these urgent concerns by bringing together expert perspectives from British and North American doctors. Through twelve detailed articles, this collection explores the specific medical problems encountered in a performing career and discusses potential cures. Readers can find information on a wide range of topics, including voice disorders, deafness, stress, and the underlying causes and treatments for stage fright. To ensure this resource is accessible to everyone, the book includes a helpful glossary. This section explains medical terms that might be unfamiliar to the general reader, making the complex information easier to understand. This is a vital resource for musicians, doctors, and anyone interested in the health and well-being of performing artists.