[Note from John: I recently spoke with one of the researchers on this study. Their project could greatly benefit from the expertise of musicologists and ethnomusicologists. Please reach out!]

 

Call for Participation in Study, Musicians’ Mental Health Research

Call for Musicologists: Help Shape the Future of Musicians’ Mental Health Research

We are conducting a groundbreaking study on musicians’ mental health, kindly funded by The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, and we are reaching out to the musicology community for your expertise and insight.

Our research seeks to bridge critical gaps in the current understanding of the mental health challenges musicians face. In the initial phase of our study, we’ve mapped the existing literature, identifying key risk and protective factors. Now, we’re organizing international focus groups to hear directly from musicians, educators, students, and experts from multiple fields—including musicologists like you. Importantly, we also want to hear from those who have personal experience with mental health struggles, to ensure a comprehensive exploration of the topic. The focus groups will delve into the crucial factors affecting mental health in the music industry and explore areas that may have been overlooked so far.

To express your interest and share your availability, please contact:
Raluca Matei at rmatei1 -at- jh.edu
Giulia Ripani at gripani1 -at- jh.edu

We’d be incredibly grateful for your involvement and help in spreading the word. Let’s work together to drive meaningful change for the mental health of musicians!

More details will be provided upon expressing interest.