University of Rochester<\/a> initiative.<\/p>\nThe transdisciplinary center synthesizes the resources and artistic expertise of the world-renowned Eastman School of Music<\/a> with the cutting-edge treatments and scientific research at the University of Rochester Medical Center<\/a>. The newly designated virtual center focuses on clinical services for artists, creative arts therapy for hospitalized patients, scientific research, and performances in clinical spaces. It provides:<\/p>\n\n- Specialized care for artists facing acute and chronic injuries.<\/strong> From repetitive motion injuries, vocal cord strain, and mental health challenges, performing artists gain access to UR Medicine experts. Together they focus on therapy and recovery, while continuing to perform.<\/li>\n
- Soothing musical performances for patients<\/strong> at the University\u2019s Wilmot Cancer Institute<\/a> and Strong Memorial<\/a> and Highland<\/a> hospitals. World-class musicians offer \u201cpop-up performances,\u201d which foster moments of peace, easing stress for visitors, patients, and staff.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Music and art therapy for patients<\/strong> in care at the Pluta Cancer Center<\/a>, Golisano Children\u2019s Hospital<\/a>, and Strong Memorial Hospital\u2019s unit for traumatic brain injury rehabilitation.<\/span><\/li>\n
- A body of new research<\/strong>, conducted by an expanding team of faculty, into the neurological mechanisms that make music therapy an effective tool in healing and pain management, and data on injuries common among performing artists to improve career longevity, particularly in music education.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n