The Bulletproof Musician Is There Hope for the Most Anxious Performers?
Sep 21, 2025
Explore the fascinating intersection of performance anxiety and psychology. A recent study reveals tailored mental strategies significantly aid anxious performers. Highlights include effective techniques like pre-performance routines and acclimatization training. Discover how bi-weekly coaching led to lower heart rates, reduced anxiety, and increased confidence among participants. The discussion offers hope and actionable insights for those struggling with performance nerves. Tune in for practical tips that could change the way you approach performing!
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Anxiety Varies Widely Among Performers
- Performance anxiety affects musicians at all levels but varies widely in severity and impact.
- Research needs to screen for anxiety because not all performers respond the same way to interventions.
A Focused Group Of Choking-Prone Performers
- The study recruited nine top-performing artists high in trait anxiety, fear of negative evaluation, and low self-efficacy.
- They performed audition excerpts while heart rate, anxiety, and confidence were measured before and after a 10-week training.
Test Mental Skills With Regular Recordings
- Practice mental skills regularly and submit recordings to test them in realistic conditions.
- Use weekly video recordings to rehearse applying techniques in pressured practice or actual performances.