Episode 26 Back to Basics Part 2: Awareness in Practice

About this episode

Kathy Weidenfeller discusses the importance of awareness in music practice and how to create a supportive learning environment for students.

Let me explain how I practice Awareness in my studio and practice room. Examples of how to stay present in the practice room, and how to create a safe space for your students to learn how to be aware and present in their work. Awareness helps us become better learners: more motivated, less likely to cause injury, and that leads to more confident performances!

People in this episode

Host: Kathy Weidenfeller

Topics covered

• Awareness
• Practice
• Music Education
• Mindfulness
• Performance Confidence

Keywords

• Awareness
• Practice Room
• Music
• Learning
• Injury Prevention
• Confidence
• Motivation

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