The Canadian Network for Musicians’ Health and Wellness is an interdisciplinary network that brings together individuals interested in music, health, and education. We aim to support collaboration, research, advocacy, and resource-sharing related to musicians’ health and well-being.
Our Mission
The Canadian Network for Musicians’ Health and Wellness aims to create a network of collaborators within the music and health community dedicated to working together to:
Increase knowledge and understanding of musicians’ health through research;
Advocate for healthy and ethical practices in music performance and education;
Develop evidence-informed resources for educating and promoting health and well-being of musicians;
Promote sharing of knowledge and resources between network members;
Build bridges between interdisciplinary network members of varying backgrounds.
Who Does the Network Serve?
The Network is open to anyone interested in learning more about musicians’ health and wellness. Members served include those interested in Music, Health, and Education.
Music
Students of all ages/levels of experience
Educators of music learners of all ages/levels of experience
Researchers
Performers
Administrators
Musician employers/managers
Health
Physicians
Allied Health Practitioners
Researchers
Students (clinical and research)
Education
Studio teachers and classroom educators
Post-secondary educators and administrators
Educational specialists/researchers
Vision
A Canadian music community in which musicians of all ages and levels can learn, perform, teach, and work in environments that support long-term health and well-being.
Why this Matters
Musicians face unique physical, mental, emotional, and occupational demands. Health and wellness can affect practice, performance, teaching, learning, career longevity, and overall quality of life. By connecting people across disciplines, the Network helps encourage healthier music-making environments and better access to knowledge and support.
