Merry Christmas!

Due to the holiday season, there's no post this week. Hope you all enjoy some time with friends and family. And here's to another year full of music!

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Mastering the Art of Performance - Reading Together - Dynamics during Performance

These two points really stood out to me while reading this chapter. And, I think it is great advice to pass on to our students.

"Adrenaline almost always distorts a sense of tempo. Most performers react to increased adrenaline by feeling an urgency that incites forward motion."
(page 120, Kindle edition)

"Wade into your performance deliberately, taking care to keep the pace similar to that in your rehearsals."
(page 120, Kindle edition)

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Mastering the Art of Performance - Reading Together - Managing Stage Fright

"Even the most experienced performers must deal with performance nerves."
(page 113, Kindle edition)

"Remind yourself over and over again of your high level of preparation, of successful dress rehearsals, of the communication you want to establish, and of the results you know you can achieve. Envision yourself as calm, strong, unbeatable, focused, and successful."
(page 114, Kindle edition)

"And even at the last possible moment, in the instant just before you step up to give your performance, shove the anxiety aside with an additional chuckle, whistle, smile, deep breath, lifting of the chin, straightening of the spine, and a final upbeat thought. The moment has indeed finally arrived. This is the point you’ve been waiting for . . . you’re on!"
(page 115, Kindle edition)

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Mastering the Art of Performance - Reading Together - Self-Regard at the Time of Performance

Here are some resources to help your students develop performance confidence.

Piano Lessons: Dealing with Anxiety

How to Encourage Shy Music Students

How Learning To Play the Piano Increases A Child’s Self-Esteem

10 Ways Teachers Can Build Their Students’ Confidence

How to Build Your Confidence As a Musician

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