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• Practice makes perfect....so schedule some practice EVERY day!  Early in the day is the best time to practice, so build in a short session (even 5-10 minutes) before breakfast to create a great summer habit to stay in shape for next year!
  
• Anxiety introduces anxiety - A calm daily schedule discourages anxiety!
• Breathing regulates the mind and body -  Slow, deep breaths calm nerves! Building on last week's tips.....remember that breaths are the secret to success for flutists!  Begin each practice session with ten deep breaths and concentrate on steady inhalation/exhalation of the breath to calm and focus the mind for your best practice!!!
• Music calms the mind - Choose a calm melody to hear throughout the day! 
• Routine is the formula for success - Remember to practice every day...without exception!
• All performers experience anxiety -  This is true for all great artists! 
• Build physical habits to develop endurance - Just like swimming or running, increase training sessions for endurance in performance!
• Disciplined practice combined with performance opportunities develop performance skills - Plan a private concert for your pet every day!
• Begin with chamber opportunities (ex. Duos/Trios/Quartets) then move to solo performances to develop performance confidence - Remember that performing music with friends is fun!

Check back next week for more Performance Tips!]]>