Motor learning is the process leading to a change in the capability of producing a skilled action- what we call practicing. We all know from spending hours upon hours in the practice room that not all practicing is the same.
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Kinesiology for Musicians: The guide to optimizing the body for musical performance
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Hi I’m Justine- clarinetist and licensed physical therapist. After going through conservatory training I hit a low point when in 2013 I suffered an overuse injury to my hands. On top of that I had a multitude of stress induced musculoskeletal issues, so much so that my body did not seem to obey my command anymore. I knew how the clarinet worked, but I did not understand the human body- so I started studying anatomy and physiology. This eventually led to me completing a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2022. My blog, “Kinesiology for Musicians” is about the movement science that helped me transform my playing and my wellbeing.
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