How to sanitise your music room during this pandemic?



Several studies are underway to investigate the transmission of COVID-19 in musical settings. Several studies are underway to document the transmission of the virus. They concluded that as long as physical distancing rules were in place, there was no increased risk of spreading or catching the COVID-19 virus for musicians of all kinds (through aerosol droplets or increased/heavier breathing). 

Concern is for the health and safety of all students & staff. It is of utmost importance that the safety conditions, as described by your local and provincial Health Departments and School Board, are being applied and adhered to by the school. Once those recommendations are met, there are some specific recommendations for music classrooms in order to ensure the continued safety of students and staff. 

For stringed instruments, including orchestral strings, guitar and ukulele, isopropyl alcohol which is above 70% should only be used on the strings and unfinished finger and fret boards.

For piano & keyboard, use standard disinfectants like disinfecting wipes, disinfection liquid (containing alcohol), or a wash cloth with soapy water (wrung out). Don’t soak the bars. Simply wipe it down with a cloth that has the disinfectant on it, then wipe it with a dry cloth. 

For the generic classroom items in the music classroom (e.g. wiping down chairs, stands, equipment and surfaces etc.) will need to be sanitized on a regular basis.

Regular fogging sanitization by atomizer is carried out by our admin to ensure that all surfaces, walls and floors are fully sanitized for a clean and safe learning environment for all teachers and students. 

Overall, string, percussion, and keyboard instruments present fewer hygienic issues that can be solved simply by the player washing their hands before and after use for a minimum of 20 seconds. 

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted virtually every aspect of our society. The music and education sectors are no exception. 

Music educators are defined by our creative thinking, problem-solving, hard work, and perseverance. 

AIM MUSIC ACADEMY will continue to carry out quality music lessons according to strict SOP by our government. 

Students now more than ever need music for their social-emotional well-being and to develop collaborative and creative problem-solving skills. We have all been asked to utilize these skills during these challenging times. 





Additional guidance on general cleaning and disinfection can be found here 

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/disinfecting-building-facility.html

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