Body Distortion and Temporomandibular Joint Disorder In Violin and Viola Players

A dentist discusses "The Relationship Between String Players and the Body," which caused a stir when it was published in a magazine. This book has been extensively expanded and revised to become a book.

Performing music is a physical performance.

Violin and viola performances also depend on a healthy body.

Physical abnormalities and discomforts cannot be ignored.

Uncovering the causes and teaching how to deal with them.

Chapter 1: Risks and Solutions for Violin and Viola Performance Chapter 2: In Search of the Ideal Violin and Viola Performance

Includes interviews with professional musicians, music college instructors, and string instrument instructors.

Many violin and viola players, both professional and amateur, complain of poor physical condition. However, the cause is unknown, and in most cases, individuals simply resort to symptomatic treatment. This book locates the cause as a symptom of temporomandibular joint disorder. It offers guidance and inspiration for string instrument players, explaining how to overcome this condition, and what precautions should be taken in the expanding field of string instrument education to prevent subsequent ill health. The second half of the book features a roundtable discussion between professional violinists, music college instructors, rehabilitation physicians, and the author. The various perspectives and advice offered will be highly useful for many involved with string instruments. However, music physiology as a field is yet to be established in Japan. This book should serve as a start.