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25.01.2022 The recent ASPAH Webinar: Integrating Psychological Wellbeing into Performing Arts Training is now available online. Our sincere thanks to Dr Margaret Osbourne, Professor Gene Moyle and Doctor Fleur van Rens for sharing your expertise and valuable insights.

25.01.2022 Some great tips for performing artists getting back to their conditioning in the gym. Thanks Australian Physiotherapy Association

25.01.2022 Did you catch the latest ASPAH webinar? Associate Professor Bronwen Ackermann spoke in depth about the embouchure, exploring its structure, function and common issues. Watch the full webinar below. https://youtu.be/ohvw_tUBN9Y... The next ASPAH Webinar is fast approaching on August 18. Integrating Psychological Wellbeing into Performing Arts Training Visit the ASPAH Website for more information http://www.aspah.org.au/online-events/ Registration is essential.

23.01.2022 Brain research shows the arts promote mental health

23.01.2022 Register now for our free online webinar with Assoc. Prof Bronwen Ackermann - Understanding the embouchure: Structure, function and managing common issues. Tuesday 14 July, 8pm (AEST) Register here: https://www.aspah.org.au/online-events/

21.01.2022 Check out PEACE & LOVE for soft tissue injuries #openaccess

21.01.2022 More good information from BAPAM

19.01.2022 Supportive dads mean the world!

19.01.2022 ASPAH welcomes this initiative and is delighted to be acknowledged as a stakeholder in addiction research, education, intervention and treatment as it relates to those participating in the performing arts #musicianaddiction

19.01.2022 Would you like to make a positive contribution to ASPAH? Currently seeking an administrator for a part-time role managing memberships and supporting the work of the volunteer committee. Applications close Sunday 5 July. Read more at: https://buff.ly/3dDHjMd

19.01.2022 MEET OUR WEBINAR PANEL Dr Margaret Osborne is a Lecturer in Music (Performance Science) in the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, and Teaching Specialist in the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences at The University of Melbourne. Margarets work specialises in performance science and psychology. As a result of her research and professional practice, Margaret is passionate about assisting people to manage anxiety, build confidence, enhance performance, and develop e...motional resilience. She works with Professor Gary McPherson and colleagues at the University of New South Wales, Indiana University Jacobs School of Music and the Royal College of Music on an ARC Discovery Project which examines motivation and practice quality in musicians who are undertaking advanced training in music performance. In addition, she conducts her own research and teaching in psychological strategies to manage performance anxiety and enhance performance potential in musicians and athletes. Tuesday 18 August, 2020 7.30pm 8.30pm (AEST) Free for all ASPAH members to attend. Registrations are essential. http://www.aspah.org.au/online-events See more

18.01.2022 Newsletter: Recent Webinars, New Committee Members, My Dose of Covid-19 on the blog and more! https://mailchi.mp//newsletter-july-webinar-job-opportunit

18.01.2022 A big congratulations to Dr Susan Mayes @S_Maysey, our keynote speaker for #ASPAH2019 now a Member of the Order of Australia. Thank you for your work in dance

18.01.2022 Join us for our upcoming webinar: Integrating Psychological Wellbeing into Performing Arts Training. The webinar will feature a panel discussion with Dr Margaret Osborne, Prof. Gene Moyle & Dr. Fleur van Rens. Tuesday 18 August, 2020 7.30pm 8.30pm (AEST) https://www.aspah.org.au/online-events/... Free to all ASPAH members. Registrations are essential. See more

18.01.2022 Newsletter: July Webinar, Job Opportunity, Roundtable Discussion Report - https://mailchi.mp//newsletter-july-webinar-job-opportunit

17.01.2022 Thanks to the participants in tonights Online Round Table Discussion Group. We hope you enjoyed the discussion and ideas shared, we sure did! #HelpYourShowGoOn

16.01.2022 More info on our upcoming webinar - Fumi Somehara @fumi_dancersdontdiet, Dietitian at DDD Centre for Recovery, will be presenting - Nutrition: The Power of Eating Enough Register here: http://www.aspah.org.au/online-events/ ... Monday 23 November, 2020 7pm (AEST)/8pm (AEDT)

16.01.2022 Thanks to our expert occupational health doctors, and in particular, Dr Finola Ryan, we have published a risk assessment template for freelance performers returning to work following the COVID-19 lockdown: https://www.bapam.org.uk/risk-assessment-for-freelance-per/

16.01.2022 More info on our upcoming webinar - Assoc Prof Leslie Nicholson @leslieln, and Dr Cliffton Chan @ClifftonChan, both Physiotherapists/Researchers from the University of Sydney will present Joint Mobility and Flexibility: The Good News Register here: http://www.aspah.org.au/online-events/... Monday 23 November, 2020 7pm (AEST)/8pm (AEDT)

16.01.2022 RESEARCH UPDATE: Dancers Joint Strategies for Achieving Turnout in Low and High Friction Conditions https://www.sciandmed.com/mppa/journalviewer.aspx Get access to the Medical Problems of Performing Artists journal through your @aspahonline membership

14.01.2022 MEET OUR WEBINAR PANEL Professor Gene Moyle has worked across a dynamic mix of fields including the performing arts, elite sport and the corporate sectors. A graduate of the Australian Ballet School, QUT Dance and after having danced with the Australian Ballet Dancers Company and Queensland Ballet, Gene pursued further studies in psychology completing University degrees including a Masters and a Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology. Gene has focused on the application a...nd research of performance psychology and performance enhancement, particularly within the performing arts and elite sports domains. She has significant experience working with and leading multidisciplinary teams in high-performance settings and possesses specific expertise in the area of career development and transition. Gene has supported a number of Olympic Winter sports programs across three Olympic cycles (Torino 2008, Vancouver 2010, Sochi 2014), and has worked extensively within the elite sporting system at both State and National level. Tuesday 18 August, 2020 7.30pm 8.30pm (AEST) Free for all ASPAH members to attend. Registrations are essential. http://www.aspah.org.au/online-events See more

14.01.2022 Were excited to announce another free online event coming up! Next month Assoc Prof Bronwen Ackermann will present a webinar on embouchure. This event will be of particular interest to GPs, ENTs, SLPs, and PTs, but all are welcome! Registrations essential: https://buff.ly/2AInhTz

14.01.2022 More research from the latest issue of Medical Problems of Performing Artists - Alcohol Use by Australian Actors and Performing Artists: A Preliminary Examination from the Australian Actors Wellbeing Study https://www.sciandmed.com/mppa/journalviewer.aspx... Join @aspahonline to get access https://www.aspah.org.au/get-involved/become-a-member/

14.01.2022 A huge thank you to tonights speakers - Dr. Margaret Osborne, Prof. Gene Moyle, and Dr. Fleur van Rens. Fantastic insights shared!

13.01.2022 Wonderful to see Australian healthcare workers celebrated for their excellent support of our artists, particularly in this tricky climate.

12.01.2022 The latest ASPAH Newsletter is out! Upcoming Webinars, Meet the ASPAH Members, Constitution revisions and more! https://mailchi.mp//newsletter-july-webinar-job-opportunit

11.01.2022 Wow. Thanks to Assoc Prof Bronwen Ackerman for sharing her wealth of knowledge on the Embouchure

09.01.2022 ATTN: Singing Teachers and Speech Pathologists The University of Sydney need your help!

09.01.2022 Free today at 1:00 PM 3:00 PM AEST

09.01.2022 Here are some resources from our friends BAPAM - British Association for Performing Arts Medicine

07.01.2022 More info on our upcoming webinar- Melanie Fuller @MFullerPhysio, Sports and Exercise + Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist/PhD Candidate will be presenting Reducing Injury: What Does the Evidence Say? Register here: http://aspah.org.au/online-events/... Monday 23 November, 2020 7pm (AEST)/8pm (AEDT

07.01.2022 Have you registered for our upcoming round table discussion?! Lead by dance physiotherapist Melanie Fuller, join us for a practical session aimed at performing arts teachers and practitioners of all disciplines. We look forward to exploring new approaches in aiding common issues amongst young artists. November 2 7PM (AEST) / 8PM (AEDT) ... Free for ASPAH Members Places limited. Registration is essential, via the ASPAH website. https://www.aspah.org.au/online-events/

07.01.2022 ts #CrazySocks4Docs #CrazySocks4HCW day. Raising awareness of the mental health of all health practitioners.

06.01.2022 Check out the latest performing arts research in this months issue of Medical Problems of Performing Artists. Available as part of @aspahonline membership https://sciandmed.com/mppa/#currentissue

06.01.2022 We are getting excited to hear Assoc Prof Bronwen Ackermann present tonight on "Understanding the Embouchure"

06.01.2022 More info on our upcoming webinar - Dr Peta Blevins @petablevins, Dance Scientist/Researcher will present In Pursuit of Excellence: The Healthier Alternative to Perfection Register here: http://www.aspah.org.au/online-events/ ... Monday 23 November, 2020 7pm (AEST)/8pm (AEDT)

05.01.2022 Some spots left for a friendly, supportive, and collegial Online Round Table Discussion Group on Bridging the gap addressing the health care needs of performing artists. 7pm Tues 16th June. Register now -https://aspah.org.au/online-events/

04.01.2022 We are enjoying tonights webinar with Dr. Margaret Osborne, Prof. Gene Moyle, and Dr. Fleur van Rens on Psychological Wellbeing into Performing Arts Training

03.01.2022 We're looking forward to our What's new? session this evening, an informative session for teachers and educators in performing arts

02.01.2022 A great line up for this one at 6pm Thursday 25 June 2020 including @S_Maysey, our keynote speaker from #ASPAH2019

02.01.2022 "This research will benefit musicians directly by providing a valuable resource to help understand their lives, and the challenges they face." Clover Moore, Lor...d Mayor of Sydney (Lord Mayor Clover Moore). "Musicians & Addiction: Research and Recovery Stories" can be purchased at bit.ly/3ecucTi. Music Australia would also like to thank The City of Sydney for their financial support of our office accommodation in Erskineville.

01.01.2022 Just two sleeps until the next ASPAH webinar. Registrations close tomorrow. Dont miss out!

01.01.2022 MEET OUR WEBINAR PANEL Dr Fleur van Rens is a lecturer in sport psychology, who endeavours to teach and create evidence based programs which support the well-being of performers (such as athletes and circus artists). She investigates and encourages continuous development of relevant psychological skills and knowledge which will empower expert performers to happily and confidently pursue their ambitions. She has published research in various international peer-reviewed journal...s including Psychology of Sport and Exercise, Journal of Applied Sport Psychology and The Sport Psychologist. Tuesday 18 August, 2020 7.30pm 8.30pm (AEST) Free for all ASPAH members to attend. Registrations are essential. http://www.aspah.org.au/online-events