Podcast 454: Craig Korth

Craig Korth is a bluegrass musician, instrument collector, and
luthier based in British Columbia.


 


Over the years, Craig performed at countless festivals, ran a
music camp, and amassed a world-class collection of vintage
instruments. As he recounted at the end of his appearance on
episode 271 of the Fretboard Journal Podcast, he's also struggled
with focal dystonia, a neurological condition that can wreak
havoc on high-level musicians. 


 


For this week's episode, Craig candidly shares some of the steps
he's taken to heal his focal dystonia and play at a high level
again. From exercises like taking up the upright bass to
emotional support groups and mind-altering psychedelic therapy
sessions, it's a journey unlike any we've ever shared. 


 


 


Some links mentioned:



 


Hear Craig's music:


https://open.spotify.com/album/0lPWoHPQnQZw7uuhcvUeQE?fbclid=IwAR1xV0Mj9saq9S5EsbMvtMc18Mp8hLm9cv-SA6wAW6b8kzk_3vqBINEeJqc


 


 


Craig Korth on Fretboard Journal Podcast 271: 


https://www.fretboardjournal.com/podcasts/podcast-271-craig-korth/


 


 


Michael Pollan's 'How to Change Your Mind': 
https://www.netflix.com/title/80229847


 


 


Musicians With Focal Dystonia Facebook
group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/395945924186868


 


 


Author Ruth Chiles: 
https://focaldystoniacure.com/


 



Dr. Joaquin Farias' lecture on focal dystonia:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8f_A16OwSo



 


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