Caution: Music Can Be Hazardous to your Health.

Zembower, Christian M.

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ERIC Number: EJ624032

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2000

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Caution: Music Can Be Hazardous to your Health.

Zembower, Christian M.

Update: Applications of Research in Music Education, v18 n2 p8-11 Spr-Sum 2000

States that hearing loss that occurs in the musical environment is commonly overlooked. Examines various aspects of the risks musicians take, such as hazardous environments, ignorance, and excessive sound levels. Offers two solutions to reduce the risks: (1) ear protection; and (2) modifications to the environment. Includes references. (CMK)

Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Health Needs, Hearing (Physiology), Hearing Conservation, Hearing Impairments, Music, Music Education, Musicians

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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