Musicians may feel stressed about performing. We get stressed because we are afraid we are not good enough, or that we will mess up and disappoint ourselves or our loved ones and maybe that people will laugh at us. Here are a few tips for musicians and for supporters to alleviate recital stress! Performing for
Tag: Etiquette
It is almost time for the end of the year concert! Below is a quiz we’ll use in group class this week to talk a bit about concert etiquette. It is a good idea for performers to arrive to the concert 15 minutes before the concert just as the performance is starting just before the
Cynthia Huard reminded me yesterday to do what I need to do be performing yesterday. Self care is so important. Before concerts I like to run my hands under warm water, do some yoga and be quiet and undisturbed for a bit before going “on”. Sometimes it is hard to remember to do
Most North Americans prefer about 18 inches of space around our physical person when we communicate with others. Use of ALL CAPS suggests anger. Take time each day to be aware of your opinions and feelings so you can adequately convey them to others. Consciously look into one of the listener’s eyes and then move
Emily Sunderman 