Music is more than sound—it's an essential thread woven into the fabric of our mental health, cultural heritage, and emotional experiences. There is even a foundation about to be created that made it its global mission to nurture, preserve, and promote the authentic interpretation of music, safeguarding its profound impact on our well-being and cultural heritage: the Quality Music Foundation (QMF).
Just as the slow-food movement emphasizes thoughtful consumption for physical health, the Quality Music Foundation (QMF) advocates for mindful engagement with music to enhance emotional and cognitive well-being. Founded by internationally acclaimed pianist Ingolf Wunder and his wife, entrepreneur and cultural advocate Paulina Wunder, QMF emerged from their extensive travels and deep interaction with global music communities. Their experiences in over 40 countries revealed a troubling trend: declining musical sensitivity, affecting both professional artists and amateur musicians alike.
Interpretation—the "performance layer" of music—is crucial because it profoundly shapes listeners' emotional experiences. Even a masterpiece can lose its impact if poorly interpreted, while extraordinary interpretation can elevate even the simplest compositions. Groundbreaking research led by Ingolf Wunder, in collaboration with institutions like ETH Zurich, University of Zurich and Kalaidos Music University, revealed measurable patterns of 'natural' musical interpretation closely aligned with human emotional and cognitive responses. This research validates the idea that nuances in timing, dynamics, and phrasing are universally critical, transcending genres and styles.
Quality music doesn't merely entertain—it nurtures mental and emotional health. Numerous studies demonstrate that authentic music-making, sensitively performed music directly influences our well-being. Engaging with high-quality interpretations of music can lead to enhanced emotional resilience, reduced stress, and improved cognitive function, fostering a healthier, more balanced society. Many more fields, genres and studies have to be conducted, which is an important mission for founding the QMF.
The QMF will actively support preserving diverse musical traditions and interpretive heritage. Through global initiatives, educational programs, and collaborations with universities worldwide, the foundation will ensure these traditions continue resp. start to enrich our cultural fabric again. From scholarships for emerging artists to global music events showcasing cultural diversity, QMF will foster a worldwide appreciation and awareness of musical quality and authenticity.
To further its mission, the Quality Music Foundation supports the innovative AI-powered tool, MusicalDNA. This platform enables musicians, particularly pianists, to analyze and enhance their interpretative skills by comparing their performances to grandmaster pianists. Through detailed insights on timing, dynamics, and emotional expressiveness, MusicalDNA empowers users to take a deep-dive to understand and master the subtle elements that define truly impactful music-making.
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