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Mental Training in Music and Ergonomics (2 cr)

Code: 2X00GW56-3002

General information


Enrolment period

10.06.2025 - 09.09.2025

Timing

10.09.2025 - 07.02.2026

Credits

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Music

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Seats

6 - 50

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Culture and Arts, Music
  • Degree Programme in Culture and Arts, Music

Teachers

  • Musiikki Virtuaalihenkilö
  • Laura Hilden

Person in charge

Hannu Pohjannoro

Objectives (course unit)

The student recognizes an ergonomic working posture and actively uses methods of body care to promote well-being at work. The student has knowledge of the fundamentals of mental preparation and can apply them in practical work situations, including performance.

Content (course unit)

• Good breathing technique
• Relaxation of the body in different positions and movements
• Ergonomic playing and/or singing postures
• Muscle balance exercises
• Analysis of working posture
• Well-being of hearing
• Self-awareness
• Mental exercises
• Methods for mental preparation

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Throughout the course, the student receives feedback on their performance and also reflects on their own learning. Successful completion requires the student’s participation in classes and timely completion of required assignments.

Assessment scale

0-5