09/25/2026
A Conversation on Wellness in the Music SchoolâAlexander Technique/Body Mapping presented by James Brody, Prof. Emeritus, University of Colorado-Boulder.
Monday, September 28, 2026 | 11:00 AM â 1:00 PM
Smith Memorial Hall, Memorial Room (220)
When a CU Buffaloes football player gets injured, coach Deion Sanders enlists a team of professionals to ensure a swift recovery. Thatâs what professor James Brody does with students at the College of Musicâs Musiciansâ Wellness Program (MWP).
A study estimates that 90% of professional musicians experience playing-related pain or injuries due to misuse or overuse, and 80% of college-aged musicians report stress, anxiety, or depression tied to their craft.
In response, Brody founded the MWP in 2003 to help students prevent and recover from injuries, sustain peak performance, and maintain robust mental health throughout their careers.
âIt became glaringly obvious this was a necessity when students came to me with injuries 20 years ago,â said Brody. âI was committed to finding ways to make a difference.â
-Ally Dever, Coloradan Alumni Magazine 3/10/25
Photo credit: Stacy Nick/KUNC
