CMHNR stands for Classical Music in Harmony with Neurological Research. It is a foundation that unites classical musicians and music lovers to raise awareness and funds for neurological research, particularly around Alzheimer's disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Traumatic Brain Injury.

What neurological conditions does CMHNR focus on?

CMHNR focuses on Alzheimer's disease and dementia, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Sensory Processing Disorder including synesthesia, and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in children. The foundation promotes multi-faceted systems approaches rather than single-drug therapies.

Who is Dr. David Josefowitz?

Dr. David Josefowitz CBE was a celebrated British-Swiss conductor, violinist, MIT-trained chemist, and is credited as the inventor of the modern vinyl LP record. He was the founding mentor of CMHNR and conducted the London Soloists Chamber Orchestra and Wiener Festspielorchester. He developed Alzheimer's disease, inspiring the foundation's mission.

How does classical music relate to neurological research?

Classical music has profound effects on the brain. CMHNR uses classical music concerts to raise funds and awareness for neurological research. The foundation draws on the intersection of musical talent and neuroscience, noting that many famous musicians including Duke Ellington, Itzhak Perlman, and Billy Joel have neurological conditions like synesthesia.

What is the Bredesen Protocol for Alzheimer's?

The Bredesen Protocol, developed by Dr. Dale Bredesen at UCLA, is a multi-faceted systems approach to reversing Alzheimer's disease. It goes beyond single-drug therapies to address multiple contributing factors simultaneously. CMHNR supports wider education and application of this protocol.

What is Stiff Person Syndrome, the rare condition Celine Dion has?

Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) is a rare, progressive autoimmune neurological disorder causing muscle stiffness, painful spasms, and heightened sensitivity to noise and emotional distress. Celine Dion's public diagnosis brought global attention to this rare neuro syndrome and to autoimmune brain research.

Is Stiff Person Syndrome an autoimmune disease?

Yes. Stiff Person Syndrome is widely considered an autoimmune condition, frequently associated with anti-GAD65 antibodies. Because it is autoimmune, CMHNR advocates thorough root cause analysis — investigating immune triggers — rather than relying solely on treatments that mask symptoms.

Why does CMHNR emphasize root cause healing over masking symptoms?

Celine Dion's journey with Stiff Person Syndrome shows how complex autoimmune neurological conditions are. CMHNR promotes multi-faceted, holistic approaches and thorough scientific root cause analysis so patients receive care that addresses why the condition developed, not just its surface symptoms.

How is CMHNR supporting research into rare autoimmune neurological disorders like SPS?

Through classical music concerts and global family support, CMHNR raises awareness and funds for neurological research into conditions including Stiff Person Syndrome and related autoimmune disorders, advocating for holistic, root-cause treatment approaches.

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Classical Music · Neuroscience · Healing

Classical Musicin Harmony withNeurological Research

Where the transformative power of classical music meets cutting-edge neurological science — raising awareness, funding research, and inspiring hope for millions worldwide.

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Research Focus

Four Pillars of Discovery

Each area of research represents a deeply personal connection to the musicians and families at the heart of our foundation.

Founding Mentor's Condition

Alzheimer's Disease

Improving Alzheimer's treatment protocols following UCLA's multi-faceted systems approach pioneered by Dr. Dale Bredesen — moving beyond single-drug therapy to reverse cognitive decline.

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Elayne Shapray's Story

Multiple Sclerosis

Public advocacy through the journey of pediatric nurse and grandmother Elayne Shapray — raising awareness for MS patients and the neurological challenges they face daily.

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Famous Musicians' Conditions

Sensory Processing

Improving screening for Sensory Processing Disorder and synesthesia — conditions shared by legendary musicians from Duke Ellington to Itzhak Perlman.

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Pediatric CVA Condition

Traumatic Brain Injury

Research into traumatic brain injury in children and Ambrish Maker's pediatric CVA condition — advancing treatment for the most vulnerable patients.

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Mozart Eine Kleine Nachtmusik — conducted by David Josefowitz, Wiener Festspielorchester

Gabriel Fauré Piano Quintet in C Minor — Concert Hall Society LP

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Our Founding Mentor

Dr. David Josefowitz, CBE

Celebrated conductor of the Wiener Festspielorchester, MIT-trained chemist, and visionary credited as the inventor of the modern vinyl LP record. Dr. Josefowitz mentored countless young musicians through his London Soloists Chamber Orchestra, launching careers on the world stage.

Conducting into his 80s despite two hip replacements, he later developed Alzheimer's disease — inspiring CMHNR's founding mission: to pursue the multi-faceted systems approach to reversing cognitive decline, rather than settling for single-drug therapy.

"A symphony requires many instruments. A complex neurological condition requires much more than a single wonder medicine."

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A symphony requires many instruments and people to bring the music to life; and a complex neurological condition also requires much more than a single "wonder medicine" to improve the outcome.

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A Voice That Refuses to Fade

The famous singer returning to the stage

A famous singer inspires global audiences through her resilience and talent, while candidly sharing her journey navigating a rare neuro syndrome. Her courage in speaking openly about her condition has brought worldwide attention to the reality of living with neurological illness — and to the urgent need for deeper answers.

Her story highlights the critical importance of seeking root cause healing and holistic approaches rather than settling for treatments that merely mask symptoms. Too often, care proceeds without the time being given for scientific root causes to be thoroughly analyzed. CMHNR exists to champion a different path — one that listens to the full story, asks why, and pursues multi-faceted, root-cause answers for every patient.

Performing again — proof that resilience and artistry can thrive alongside a diagnosis

Root cause healing — thorough scientific analysis over symptom-masking treatments

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Music as Medicine

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"A London Treasure" — Uplifting and Inspired

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"Young People Are The Future Gifts We All Belong To"

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Mostly Mozart — London Soloists, Conductor David Josefowitz

Tanya Josefowitz — If music be the food of Love, play on — W. Shakespeare

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"If music be the food of Love, play on" — W. Shakespeare · Tanya Josefowitz

Royal Academy of Music building, London — a centre of classical excellence

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Research confirms classical music enhances neuroplasticity and cognitive resilience

Iconic illuminated concert venue dome at night

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Every performance raises hope — and funds — for neurological breakthroughs

Intimate chamber music concert — audience seated for a live performance

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Intimate concerts foster community around the shared power of music and science

Ink sketch of bears playing violin — Tanya Josefowitz artwork

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Artwork by Tanya Josefowitz — bears in concert

Our Mission

Music & science intertwined for a healthier future

Classical musicians and music lovers joining together to raise awareness and funds for leading researchers working to solve neurological problems that affect both women and men worldwide.

There are many designers and fine artists in the fashion industry that are continuing to produce fabulous work while also working to overcome neurological conditions. Our foundation bridges the arts and science to advance care and understanding.

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Classical music concerts supporting neurological research

Multi-faceted systems approach to complex conditions

Families worldwide supported with research insights

Bridging arts, fashion, design & neuroscience

Together We Can Make a Difference

We invite all questions from families about how we may be able to share our network and educational scientific insight regarding neurological conditions and their treatments.