Department of Psychology, Neuroscience and Behaviour

LIVELab
McMaster University

PARTICIPANTS NEEDED:
Piano Performance Research Study
What this study is about:

To explore the neurological, physiological, and cognitive aspects of high-level

musical performance.

Who can participate?

Advanced-level adult pianists (RCM Grade 10, ARCT) who perform a

minimum of 3 times a year.

What is involved?

Participants will perform music while fitted with non-invasive physiological

measurement devices (e.g., EEG cap, Heart Rate Monitor) on a stage, either
with or without an audience present.

Participation will involve 2 sessions on two different days.

Potential benefits and risks?

To better understand the psychological and physiological processes

underlying high-level musical performance. You will receive compensation for
your time. There are no known risks to participating in this study.

For more information about, or to participate in this study,

please contact:

Nicole DiVincenzo
Department of Psychology, Neuroscience and Behaviour, McMaster University
at
divincno@mcmaster.ca

This study has been reviewed by and received ethics clearance

through the McMaster Research Ethics Board. Principal Investigator: Dr. Laurel Trainor