We welcome you to this conference dedicated to a topic essential for all artists: the psychology of musicians. To discuss this vast subject, we have the immense honour of welcoming today Mrs. Liina Leijala, a renowned artist and artistic directorof the Vienna Music Academy, and Mr. Julio Bodo, psychoanalyst from Brazil. Together, they will address fundamental questions related to the mental preparation of artists, stress management, self-confidence, exams, auditions, and the psychological challenges of an international music career. This program is produced in collaboration with Découverte-Mag, a widely circulated Swiss magazine read by hundreds of thousands of readers each month. Ladies and gentlemen, this program is part of a series of future monthly live-streamed conferences, which you can find and comment on social medias. These sessions will focus particularly on the psychological aspects and mental state of musicians—essential elements for building a balanced and sustainable artistic career. We hope these discussions will also provide inspiration and support to all the students, artists, and music enthusiasts joining us today.
