The Bulletproof Musician
Episodes
How to Get Your Brain to Do More Learning BETWEEN Practice Sessions
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When we think of optimizing learning, we tend to think of practice strategies and how to make our time in the practice room more effective. But much l...
How to Get Yourself to Practice When You Don't Feel Like It
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever have one of those days where you just can't get yourself to practice? Or maybe that's a little bit how every day feels? Turns out there...
Why You Get Sucked Down the YouTube Rabbit Hole When Practicing (And How to Prevent This Without Having to Break Up With YouTube)
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself in the middle of a practice session, take a moment to check your texts, and then realize an hour has gone by as you got sucked down...
Joshua Weilerstein: On a Conductor’s Journey, and Why It Might Be Awesome if Every Musician Spent a Day in a Conductor’s Shoes
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what's going through the mind of a conductor, in rehearsal or in a performance? Conductor Joshua Weilerstein shares his own journey f...
Research-Tested Practice Strategies That Will Help You Learn New Pieces Faster
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learning a bunch of practice strategies can elevate the effectiveness of your practice, but a 2015 study of college music students suggests that suppl...
How the Things You Say to Your Students Can Change the Positivity (Or Negativity) of Their Inner Voice
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all have an inner voice. Sometimes it's a supportive presence, but often, it can be pretty critical and even a little abusive at times. Resear...
Does Perfectionism Really “Kill” Creativity? If So, What’s the Alternative?
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of articles on the internet suggesting that perfectionism "kills" creativity. But is that really true? A team of Canadian re...
A Practice Strategy That Could Potentially Be Twice as Effective as Regular Practice?
09 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you get bored of doing lots and lots of repetition in the practice room? The good news is that there's a better (and more interesting) way to ...
How to Be a Little More Awesome in 2022? Try These Top Tips and Insights From 2021.
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for some new ways to freshen up your practice routine, get off of a plateau, or find some new inspiration for 2022? Try some of these tips and...
Why Practicing Practicing from an Early Age is So Important
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I stumbled across a home video of me practicing as a young child the other day and was horrified to hear how completely unorganized, unthoughtful, and...
Two Approaches to Memorization - One of Which Can Leave You Lost and Stranded if You Rely on It Too Much!
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some people seem to have a really easy time with memorizing new pieces. Or at least, they seem to be really confident and secure in their memory. Is t...
Not Sure How to Do Mental Practice? Here's a 7-Point "How-To" Guide
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard stories of athletes and musicians using visualization or mental practice to enhance their learning or performance. But how exactl...
Kristian Steenstrup: On Singing, Solfège, and Cultivating a More Efficient Approach to Learning New Music.
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why solfège is such a constant in most music curricula? Or why teachers often ask us to sing in lessons? And if any of this is...
Struggling to Get a Tricky Passage up to Tempo? Why Slow, Accurate Practice May Actually Be the Problem.
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been told that slow practice is important. And while it's certainly an important tool to have in your toolbox, there is research w...
Evidence That Too Much Consistency in Practice Could Potentially Hinder the Learning Process (What?!)
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The traditional method of learning is to try to learn the correct "textbook" way of performing a skill, and to do lots and lots of repetitio...
Why Too-Short Practice Breaks Could Undermine Your Learning
14 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I know we've all been told (and experienced first-hand) that cramming doesn't work, and learn better when our practice or study sessions are...
Vivian Hornik Weilerstein: On Listening, Leading, and Learning How to Be More in Sync With Your Music-Making Partners.
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're a pianist, a singer, or instrumentalist, I'm sure you've had the experience of feeling a sort of musical "chemistry...
How Do Experts Get Even Better? 5 Lessons From the Practice of Expert vs. Intermediate Athletes.
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you could be a fly on the wall of the practice room of a well-known performer and watch or listen to how they practice? A team of researcher...
What to Do When Everyone Thinks You're Great - But You Feel Like a Failure
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I think we all go through moments in life where we feel like failures. But has this ever gotten to a point where even though on paper, you are not at ...
If We Want to Maximize Learning, is It Better to Focus on Our Failures? Or Our Successes?
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mistakes may be inevitable, and there sure are lots of inspirational quotes out there on how important it is to learn from failure... But is that real...
Evidence That Listening to a Recording Could Accelerate the Learning Process for New Repertoire
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we don't have the luxury of time, and just have to get new repertoire into our fingers quickly, and up to a playable level asap. When t...
Merry Peckham: On Rehearsing, Performing, and Growing as a Musician (And Person!) in Chamber Music
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating ensemble rehearsals can in many ways be trickier than figuring out how to practice effectively on your own. But it can be so much fun and i...
A 5-Step Strategy for Enhanced Motor Skill Learning (Especially if You're an Older Learner!)
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever notice how learning new things seems to get harder (and slower) as you age? It's not your imagination - but there do seem to be some strateg...
Having Difficulty Turning Off the Worries? Here Are the Strategies That Research Suggests May Work Best.
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's an upcoming performance, audition, or just life stuff, it can be difficult to stop worrying or ruminating about things that stress y...
Feeling a Bit Down and Unmotivated? This Motivation Hack Might Help You Get More Done and Perk Up a Bit.
12 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Getting back into the rhythm of "normal" life is something that I think a lot of folks are grappling with at the moment. And so if your moti...
Daniel Matsukawa: On Cultivating a Great Sound, and Three Components of Becoming a Better Practicer
05 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's conversation, Philadelphia Orchestra principal bassoonist Daniel Matsukawa shares insights on three things to focus on to become ...
Difficulty Getting to Sleep? Try “Serial Diverse Imaging” - a Crafty Way to Trick Your Brain Into Going to Sleep.
29 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Difficulty getting to sleep and staying asleep seems to be increasingly common in these pandemic times. Which can not only have a negative on our phys...
Wish You Could Be Less Stressed on Concert Days? Try This Unexpected Activity, Used by an Olympic Gold Medalist (and Grandmothers Everywhere 🙂)
22 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gold medal-winning diver Tom Daley was recently in the news for being spotted knitting in the stands at the Olympics. He said that this was his "...
Adequate Learning Vs Overlearning: How Many Repetitions Is Enough?
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How many repetitions if a tricky passage is enough to get it securely into "muscle memory?" Is two perfect repetitions in a row good enough?...
Two Things Experts Do Differently Than Non-Experts When Practicing
08 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what EXACTLY more effective and efficient practicers do differently than the rest of us? A 2010 basketball study reveals two specific diff...
Ann Bergeron: On Facilitating a More Positive Learning Experience, More Effective Skill Acquisition, and More Creative Artists
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found it a struggle to take risks and learn effectively in lessons because it feels important to avoid mistakes and get things right? Ev...
A Simple Practice Scheduling Hack That Couldn’t Possibly Be as Effective as It Seems
25 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We know that spacing one's practice leads to better learning. And that sleep is an important factor in memory consolidation too. So what happens ...
Why Thought Stopping Doesn’t Work (And the Paradoxical Strategy That Might Work Better)
18 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard it said that trying NOT to think of something only triggers more thoughts of that thing? It makes sense, but is this actually true...
Evidence That You Should Probably Be Taking Practice "Micro-Breaks," if You Want to Maximize Learning.
11 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I think we all know that taking short breaks between practice sessions is a good thing. But a recent study suggests that to maximize learning, we also...
Natasha Brofsky and Roger Tapping: On Learning New Repertoire and Getting to Know a Composer’s Unique Language
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode cellist Natasha Brofsky and violist Roger Tapping share insights on how to approach and practice new repertoire - from whether to begi...
Can’t Stop Worrying About an Upcoming Performance? Here’s Why Practicing More Might Not Be the Answer.
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself struggling to quiet those increasing doubts and worries and fears in the last week before a big audition or performance? ...
What’s the Best Type of Feedback to Provide, if the Goal Is to Increase Students’ Intrinsic Motivation?
20 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of extrinsic motivators that naturally incentivize students to practice - like parental pressure, not wanting to let teachers down, se...
Forget White Noise. There May Be a Better Type of Noise That Could Potentially Enhance Memory While You Sleep.
13 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You're probably familiar with white noise, which you may already be using to help you get to sleep at night. But recent research suggests that it...
Lori Schiff: On Adapting to Remote Instruction, and Learning to Teach Alexander Technique Online
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having to suddenly transition to teaching online in March 2020 was quite a challenge for many (if not all!) of us. It's looking like we may be ab...
Which Is Better - A Verbal Pep Talk or a Visualization Pep Talk?
30 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself talking yourself up backstage before a concert, trying to quiet the last-minute doubts and boost your confidence? Sometim...
A Test of Three Practice Schedules, and the One That Works Best (Especially for Older Learners)
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even though we know that learning can and does continue throughout our lifespan, it often feels like it's more of a struggle to learn new things ...
Need to Work on Shifting or Leaps From One Note to Another? Here’s How Mental Practice Could Help.
16 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I think we've all heard that mental practice can help us improve some aspects of our playing. But is shifting or leaping from one note to another...
The Kantor Family: On Being Effective Music Parents to Musical Children
02 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for all of the parents out there who worry when their kids don't practice, or who aren't sure how much to push when the chil...
Finals Coming Up Soon? Here’s Why You Shouldn't Just Read and Review Your Notes.
25 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard that it's helpful to make your own test questions when studying for a test or exam. But is this actually true? A recen...
Is “Perfect” Practice as Essential a Thing As We Tend to Assume It Is?
18 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard the saying that "practice doesn't make perfect; perfect practice makes perfect." But is that true? Or just a...
Having Difficulty Moving Past a Particularly Distressing Audition or Performance? “Just Think Positive” May Not Be the Best Strategy...
11 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever have one of those performances that makes you cringe to think of it, even years after the fact? And discover that it still continues to affect yo...
Does the “Memory Palace” Strategy Really Work? And Is It Something Musicians Could Use?
04 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The "memory palace" or method of loci technique, is a strategy often used by memory champions to achieve some pretty impressive feats of mem...
Evidence That Most of Us Are Terrible at Knowing When to End Conversations
28 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself in a conversation that you think should have ended some time ago, but you're still hanging in there because you think the othe...
“Zoom Fatigue” - Why It Happens, and a Couple Things You Can Do About It
21 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been experiencing "Zoom fatigue?" There isn't a ton of research on this phenomenon quite yet - but a paper did come out recent...
A Simple Writing Exercise That Could Help You Perform More Confidently
14 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some athletes have noted that visualizing past successes has helped them get into a more positive and confident headspace before competition. Which ma...
Astrid Schween: On Cultivating Routines, Curiosity, and 800 Different Spiccatos
07 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cellist Astrid Schween (Juilliard String Quartet) shares some of the daily routines she relies on to set herself up for a productive day of practice, ...
How NOT to Support a Student Who Is Struggling (and What TO Do as Well)
28 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we take a look at a study which shows how a teacher's mindset beliefs (growth vs. fixed) can affect the way they try to support or cons...
Want Your Students to Be More Engaged, Take More Risks, and Get Better Grades in Class? Here’s Why Your Mindset Matters.
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You're probably familiar with the idea of a growth vs. fixed mindset, and how this affects your own learning and performance. But recent research...
Specific Times When Smart Goals Can Be Counterproductive (and What Strategy to Use Instead)
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably been told that when setting goals, they need to be SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timed). But recent rese...
Kris Chesky: On Hearing Health, Earplugs, and How the Best Strategy for Protecting Young Musicians’ Ears Might Help Them Become Better Musicians Too
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I think all musicians are much more aware of tendonitis and other playing-related injuries than even just 10 or 20 years ago, but one health issue tha...
Does a Musician’s Physical Movements and Gestures Affect How Musical We Think They Are?
31 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We tend to think of music as a sound-based art form (as opposed to dance, for instance, which has more of a visual component). But does a musician&apo...
How to Cultivate Better Rhythm and Avoid Clipping Notes (and Rests) Short
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research suggests that in general, we may have a tendency to cut notes or rests short, and come in early, rather than late. If you've found yours...
For Better Rhythm and Timing, Count With Your Body Too, Not Just Your Mind
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Maintaining good rhythm and timing is often a real challenge. Especially since our mind can be pretty squirrely and make us think we're totally p...
Stressed and Having Difficulty Getting Out of a Negative Thought Spiral? Here's How (and Why) Mother Nature May Be Able to Help
10 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You know those times when life or stress sucks you into one of those negative thought spirals, where you start getting more and more stressed and worr...
Make Practicing in 2021 a Little More Effective With These Top Tips From 2020
03 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If practicing has felt a little stale lately, and you're looking for a bit of inspiration to jump start your routine, here are some of the most i...
A Better Way to Present Ourselves on Social Media? A Simple Adjustment for Improved Mood and Greater Well-Being.
27 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's a natural tendency for us to want to put our best foot forward online, whether in Facebook, Instagram, or Youtube. But sometimes, we can ...
Regular Bragging vs. Humblebragging: Which Works Better?
20 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Presenting ourselves effectively to others is a really important skill. After all, there are a lot of benefits to being well-liked, and well-respected...
Need a Break? Here’s a Simple Way to Boost Your Mood and Feel More Refreshed After a Long Week of Practice.
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Feel like you need a break or a vacation? But just can't take one at the moment, for one reason or another? Research suggests that there is a way...
David Leisner: On Overcoming Focal Dystonia and Learning to Play With Ease
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Guitarist David Leisner describes his journey with focal dystonia - and what he learned that enabled him to regain full use of his hands and fingers a...
Toby Appel: On Learning to Trust Yourself
22 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this 2013 interview pulled from the archives, Juilliard viola faculty member Toby Appel shares insights on practicing, teaching, and some of the th...
How Effective Is Mental Practice for Memorizing New Pieces?
15 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard how helpful a tool mental practice can be for honing and refining the level of our playing away from our instruments. But how use...
Stressed, Anxious, and Feeling a Little Burned Out? Here’s How an “Awe Walk” Could Help.
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learning how to manage our emotional health and recharge our batteries is an important part of cultivating mental toughness and resilience. "Awe ...
Bob Fisher: On What It Takes to Become Great at Something and Set Multiple World Records (at Age 50+)
01 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bob Fisher has set 25 Guinness world records in free throw shooting - all after the age of 50. How did he become so good at shooting free throws? He o...
Having Long-Term Goals Is Important, but Research Suggests That We Should Enjoy the Little Things Too
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
2020 has been an unusually stressful year for most. So when it comes to maximizing well-being, and being in as good a place mentally, physically, and ...
Have a Tendency to Play “Too Safe” Under Pressure? Here’s a Daily Habit That Could Help You Play More Fearlessly on Stage.
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself playing more cautiously and tentatively under pressure, and wondering how to loosen up, trust yourself, and play more freely like y...
A Counterintuitive Way to Build Confidence, a Tiny Bit Each Day
11 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you had a choice between starting with your most challenging tasks and progressing towards the easier ones or starting with your easiest tasks and ...
Jason Sulliman: On Why Fast, At-Tempo Practice Can Be More Efficient and Effective Than Slow Practice
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Conventional wisdom suggests that when we're learning a difficult passage, we should start slow, and gradually work it up to tempo with a metrono...
How Using Social Media Apps Before Practicing Could Sabotage Practice Quality (and Performance) Over Time
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been told that having phones nearby while studying or practicing can be a distraction and degrade the quality of our practicing/studyin...
What Does the Research Say About Having a Couple Drinks Before Performing?
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard stories about famous musicians who had a drink (or two) before performing to calm their nerves. But does this really make things ...
8 Things Top Practicers Do Differently
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What are some of the practice strategies that help the most effective practicers improve faster (and play better) than the rest of us? A University of...
Minna Chung: On the Mysteries of Intonation and a Few Things We Can Do to Play Better in Tune
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cellist Minna Chung describes the three systems of intonation (what?! there are 3?), which one to use when, and how we can all play a little better in...
How Many of Our Mistakes Do Audiences (and Other Musicians) Actually Notice?
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We often cringe at the mistakes we make on stage - but how many of these do audiences, or our fellow musicians, actually notice? A Yale study of piani...
Handling Conflicts in Ensembles: A Few Things We May Be Able to Learn From the Research on Marital Satisfaction...?
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's been said that being in a quartet is like being in a marriage. And like any relationship, there's bound to be conflict from time to tim...
Is This Really a Significant Factor in How We Choose Our Teachers and Mentors?
16 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Logic would suggest that when choosing a teacher or mentor, we would select people based more on their expertise and advising experience than anything...
Why It May Be Useful to Laugh a Bit More in the Months Ahead
09 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's often said that laughter is the best medicine. But is there any truth to this? Surprisingly, there doesn't seem to be a ton of research...
Stephen Hough: On the Question “Is Memorizing Music Really All That Important?”
02 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Almost every musician has either had a memory slip or worried about having one at some point in their lives. So how important is it really to play fro...
How to Keep the Critic in Your Head From Wrecking Your Practice Session
26 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I think we all assume that negative self-talk is bad, but the research is actually somewhat mixed. As in, there are some studies in which negative sel...
Why the Progress You Make in the Practice Room Seems to Disappear Overnight - PART 2
19 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried to experiment with random (aka interleaved) practice, but quit, because you weren't sure if you were doing it right? Or worri...
An Email Hack That Could Increase the Likelihood of Getting a Reply (and Possibly Make the World a Slightly Better Place for Everyone Too)
12 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever send an email to someone, and get a little bummed out (or annoyed) when you never hear back? Research suggests that the way we close our emails c...
Jason Haaheim: On “Deliberate Lessons” and How to Become a Better Teacher to Yourself
05 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Like many other musicians, perhaps you've recorded your weekly lessons in the past. Or had a parent who recorded them. But given how much time it...
3 Questions to Ask Yourself That Could Boost the Effectiveness of Your Next Practice Session
28 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why some people seem to always be coming up with effective and creative ways to overcome challenges, and some folks get stuck kind of goin...
Having Difficulty Motivating Yourself to Practice? Research Suggests That Copycatting a Friend Could Help.
21 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself struggling with motivation and difficulty following through? Whether it's practicing or exercising, research suggests that ask...
Evidence That You're Probably Not Great at Performing and Critiquing Your Performance at the Same Time
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been trying to convince yourself (or your students) to do more self-recording, here's a study that illustrates why this is such a ...
Christian Howes: On Overcoming Improvisation Anxiety, Making Technical Practice More Creatively Satisfying, and Becoming a Better Friend to Yourself
07 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Violinist and educator Christian Howes drops by to chat about learning how to improvise, how to overcome overwhelm, connect and collaborate more effec...
How the Things You Think about Backstage Could Carry over into Your Performance
31 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why is that in some performances, we're totally focused, and the critic in our head leaves us alone, and on other days, it's a total nightma...
How to Talk to Yourself When You’re Having a Bad Practice Day (or Week)
24 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We all naturally react to failure a little differently, but ever wonder what's different about those folks who seem to bounce back more effortles...
Having Difficulty Believing in Yourself? Here’s a Confidence-Building Technique That Doesn’t Feel Like You're Lying to Yourself.
17 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been told that it's important to go into auditions or performances with positive expectations - but that's often easier said ...
Struggling with Practice Apathy? You Might Be Neglecting “Psychological Rest”
10 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We have all been told that bringing our "A" game in the practice room and on stage requires a certain amount of physical rest and recovery. ...
Howard Nelson & Pamela Frank: On Recovering from Injury, the Importance of Being Non-Judgmental, and Practicing with 1000% Expression
03 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Physical therapist Howard Nelson and renowned violinist Pamela Frank share simple and practical insights on smart, effective practice that transfers t...
Sarah Lewis: On Thinking Useful Thoughts, Gratitude, and the Challenge of Juggling Auditions and a 3-Month Old
26 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A few months ago, percussionist Rob Knopper and I had a chance to sit down and chat with three musicians from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, to see w...
Amanda Blaikie: On Believing in Yourself, Letting Go of Attachments, and Giving Yourself Permission to Be Kind to Yourself
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A few months ago, percussionist Rob Knopper and I had a chance to sit down and chat with three musicians from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, to see w...
Caroline Coade: On Being Flexible and "Practicing to Bulletproof”
19 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A few months ago, percussionist Rob Knopper and I had a chance to sit down and chat with three musicians from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, to see w...
A Mental Time Travel Technique That Could Reduce Anxiety and Enhance Performance
12 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Athletes, coaches, and sport psychologists often recommend visualizing yourself having a successful performance in the future. But sometimes it can be...
Molly Gebrian: On Efficient, Effective, and Reliable Memorization Strategies for Musicians
05 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a memory slip in performance or worried about having one on stage? University of Arizona viola professor and brain enthusiast (she m...
Nicole Newman: On Using Yoga to Develop Sustained Focused Attention, and Practice Getting into the Zone
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Flutist-turned-yoga educator Nicole Newman shares insights on how yoga practice can not only have physical benefits that transfer to more effective pe...