5 of 8 Theme 2: Music Therapy Faculty presented by Hilary Moss
In this presentation from the Global Summit on Occupational Health in Music, Hilary Moss highlights the overlooked occupational health risks facing music therapists and the musicians they serve. Moss highlights recent research showing high rates of musculoskeletal injury, burnout, and vocal strain among therapists, alongside persistent training gaps in hearing health and injury prevention. She emphasizes that music therapy can both heal and harm, advocating for expanded research, curriculum reforms, and a proactive culture of self-care for therapists and musicians. The urgent call: recognize music therapy as a key ally in supporting holistic musician health, and invest in best practices to maximize benefits and minimize harm. This stronger focus on minimizing harm elevates the conversation around music therapy, framing health and safety as responsibilities held by both practitioners and institutions.