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April 23rd, 2023

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I am Performing in the Spring recital, and I am freaking out!  

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Music recital season is here so you may be wondering, “How do I get my pieces ready for the recital?”

FACTS:  Everyone gets nervous about performing. 
The key to conquering recital nerves is solid “recital performance preparation”! 
One great idea to prepare students for piano recitals throughout the year is by doing practice performances. As a result, come recital day, my students enjoy their experience more because they know what to expect.
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What are Practice performances?
Just like pieces and scales, performing is a practice-able skill. Piano recital prep is is not the same as regular practice.  I’m regular practice, if you make a mistake, you should stop to correct it. 
When performing in a recital, you need to keep going no matter what happens. A “practice performance” is just what it sounds like: a chance to practice going through the motions of the upcoming performance. 

How to do a Practice Recital Performance
  1. You need to have an audience. It can be a friend, a mom, Nana, or even a group of stuffed animals!
  2. Sit at the piano and take a breath. As a result, you are more calm and focused when performing.
  3. Play your piece(s). When you’re finished, put your hands on your lap. Then stand, turn to your audience, and take a bow. Bowing is the performer’s way of saying, “thank you for coming to hear me today!”

Doing this a few times a week can help to build your confidence.   It will also show you where potential weaknesses may be so you can focus on strengthening those areas in your pieces before the recital day! 
STAY CALM & PRACTICE ON, SCHOLARS!

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