
In an effort to keep our Members and other colleagues as informed as possible about current and ongoing studies related to orchestras, bands, choruses, and other performing arts, during this COVIC pandemic time, we are providing the following resources.
Please understand that we provide these articles for informational purposes, only. It will be necessary for individuals to determine which research document or article may be most appropriate for you, or your organizations, to use.
*Current articles are highlighted
Unprecedented International Coalition led by Performing Arts Organizations to Commission COVID-19 Study By Chairs, Mark Spede (CBDNA) and James Weaver (NFHS) on August 31, 2021 Includes an informational video
Unprecedented International Coalition led by Performing Arts Organizations to Commission COVID-19 Study By Chairs, Mark Spede (CBDNA) and James Weaver (NFHS) on June 23, 2021 music directors & adjudicators article
Unprecedented International Coalition led by Performing Arts Organizations to Commission COVID-19 Study By Chairs, Mark Spede (CBDNA) and James Weaver (NFHS) on March 19, 2021 For music directors and adjudicators -
Unprecedented International Coalition led by Performing Arts Organizations to Commission COVID-19 Study By Chairs, Mark Spede (CBDNA) and James Weaver (NFHS) on November 13, 2020 Updates include:
- The latest written report
- A one-page summary
- Aerosol Production and Mitigation Effects
- Efficacy of Bell Covers and Masks
- Keyhole Expellation of Aerosol
- Refined APS Data Sheets
- CFD Modeling of Small Ensemble Singers and Clarinets
A conversation video with our lead researchers and chairs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fG1bcAWLazg&t=837s)
A video created by Dr. Miller and Dr. Vance on viral transmission (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGQYlrXzVJQ&feature=youtu.be)
Unprecedented International Coalition led by Performing Arts Organizations to Commission COVID-19 Study By Chairs, Mark Spede (CBDNA) and James Weaver (NFHS) on June 30, 2020
Second Round of Performing Arts Aerosol Study - Encouraging Results - August 6, 2020 Preliminary Results of Performing Arts Aerosol Study Depict Hopeful Outlook for Future Music Activities - July 16, 2020
CURRENT ARTICLES and RESOURCES
NEA - The Art of Reopening: A Guide to Current Practices Among Arts Organizations During COVID-19 September 2, 2021
CDC - State-Issued Prevention Measures at the State-Level September 1, 2021
CDC - State-Issued Prevention Measures at the County-Level September 1, 2021
CDC - Event Planning and COVID-19: Questions and Answers July 14, 2021
CDC - Guidance for Organizing Large Events and Gatherings May 20, 2021
National Governor's Association - Covid-19: What You Need to Know September 1, 2021 Includes links to local community resources and information
Delta’s Here. Is It Time For Cultural Entities to Require Masks Again? (DATA) - September, 2021
With the COVID-19 Delta Variant, Are Concerts Safe to Attend? August 5, 2021 Cleveland Clinic
Previous Articles:
Fort Collins (CO) Symphony Orchestra - Drive-In - July 4th Concert - July 4, 2020
The Philadelphia Orchestra - Virtual Events
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra - Virtual
The Los Angeles Philharmonic - Sound/Stage - September 25, 2020
The New York Philharmonic - Learning @ Home
Duke University Mask Study - August 14, 2020 Some masks are better than others, at stopping virus Duke study shows Use this link to see photos of the masks (Fig 2.) and Table 1 to read information about each
ICSOM - Covid - 19 Immunizing Our Orchestras: Vaccine Mandates and the Law - March 2021 Appearing in Senza Sordino, by Kevin Case, ICSOM General Counsel
FOR OUR UK INTERNATIONAL CONDUCTORS GUILD MEMBERS:
Classic FM - What is the UK government’s latest guidance for rehearsals, concerts and live music venues? - 7 July 2021
itvNEWS - Playing the flute generates fewer airborne particles than speaking, study finds - June 29, 2021
Italy Shutters Movie Theatres Through Nov. 24, 2020
The National Institute of Health - NIH - COVID 19 APP
BBC.com "Singing 'no riskier than talking' for virus spread" - August 20, 2020
Classical Music UK Indoor concerts and performances allowed to take place in England, - July 17, 2020
MaestroArts.com Reshaping the concert stage - June 26, 2020
Wired.com - 'Orchestras are totally safe.....' - August 7, 2020 The Science Behind Orchestras' Careful Covid Comeback - June 8, 2020
Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra - (via theStrad.com) Vienna Philharmonic to begin performing for live audiences again from June - May 27, 2020 Study shows ‘no increased risk to orchestral musicians’ from concerts - May 20, 2020
Bavarian Radio Chorus Bavarian Radio Chorus - Risk of Infection with COVID-19 - July 3, 2020
Danish Research 0.5 to 4 metres - Measurement - aerosol - brass & woodwind instruments - May 15, 2020
Bamberg Symphony Orchestra Scientists Measure Aerosol Emissions - May 4, 2020
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