Over the past two centuries, both music and medicine have been influenced by comparable societal pressures: The notion of passive participation in either musical or medical practices has emerged. This results in a distinct separation between the audience and the performers, contrasting with the communal experiences of singing or dancing. This phenomenon mirrors the division between doctor and patient, where the physician administers care to a passive recipient. One might ponder the origins and implications of the expression “get well.” The resulting environment is characterized by a winner-takes-all mentality, whether it pertains to the most celebrated performer or the most sought-after drug or medical treatment for a specific condition. Many individuals aspire to find “the best doctor,” “the best medication,” and “the best performer,” with the latter often referring to those who achieve the highest sales. An educational system that is both stressful and antiquated, rooted in the oppressive structures of medieval guilds, fosters a belief among students that passing examinations grants them access to a particular social class. Numerous technological advancements have rendered certain practices obsolete and contributed to feelings of isolation among individuals. The advent of recorded music has diminished the necessity for live musicians at dances, yet the popularity of dancing continues to wane. While the internet serves as a resource for both doctors and patients, no profession has emerged to facilitate a more collaborative approach to their information-seeking endeavors. At doctor’s office, it often appears that the physician is more focused on the computer than on the patient. Similarly, in the realm of music, there is a tendency for both the audience and the performer to prioritize social media. Rather than engaging in dancing or singing many choose to take photographs for sharing on social platforms.
The goal of this site is to promote events that lead to collaboration and can straddle artificial social barriers as those between
jazz , folk music and classical music
natural and modern medicine
patient and the doctor
performer and the audience
We are looking forward in your participation in concerts, festivals, workshops and presentations.