Musicians’ Wellness
Musicians’ Wellness
The University of Delaware School of Music is dedicated to fostering a culture of wellness among our students, faculty, and staff. We recognize that musicians’ health and well-being are essential to artistic growth, sustained performance, and lifelong engagement with music.
In alignment with the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) standards, we are committed to educating our community about health and safety issues related to the study, practice, performance, and teaching of music. This includes maintaining hearing, vocal, musculoskeletal, and mental health.
Additionally, the University of Delaware School of Music is proud to include faculty who prioritize student wellness, offering expertise in areas such as the Alexander Technique, yoga and movement for musicians, performance anxiety, among more. The school also benefits from professional certifications within its faculty from organizations such as the Performing Arts Medicine Association and the National Academy of Sports Medicine, reflecting our commitment to integrating wellness into all aspects of musical study and performance.
The following resources have been compiled to help you explore evidence-based approaches to musicians’ wellness. They provide guidance on physical health, mental well-being, performance preparation, and creating safe, sustainable musical practices—both within our university community and beyond.
Acoustic Conditions in Practice, Rehearsal, and Performance Facilities
Students are advised to exercise caution regarding prolonged exposure to elevated noise levels. In accordance with OSHA guidelines, sustained exposure to sound levels of 90 decibels or higher for more than eight hours is considered excessive.
For further information, please click here to access a decibel comparison chart. The following chart provides decibel levels commonly associated with musical performance and listening: Chart: Musical Decibel Levels
Ear plugs are available for students in AED209 and AED108.
