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Why Perfecting Technique for Auditions Doesn’t Work: A Better Way to Land the Callback ☎️
For as long as I can remember, people have been saying that perfecting your technique is the secret to acing auditions. It’s like this...
Nov 18, 20244 min read


What Is Music Performance Anxiety? A Guide to Overcoming Stage Fright 🫣
The goal of every musician is to perform with confidence and share their music with the world . But with performance anxiety (stage fright) , it can be hard to feel comfortable and focused on stage so you can truly connect with your audience and deliver your best performance . Oftentimes, it just comes down to misguided strategies. Maybe you were told to "fake it till you make it ", and now feel like you're fooling everyone . Maybe you've tried "thinking positively" , and
Apr 15, 20246 min read


Why Positive Affirmations May Not Work For Some Musicians 🦸
Repeating positive affirmations is one of the most common pieces of advice on social media. But this approach can do more harm than good.
Jul 10, 20235 min read
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