Videos
- Don Greene, Ph.DAn introduction to psychologist Don Greene's work from CBS's "The Early Show."
- Adversity Training For PerformancePsychologist Don Greene describes the final test he often puts students through.
- Roger Bobo MasterclassTubist Roger Bobo demonstrates what happens when you try to think and do at the same time.
- Jeff Nelsen TED Talk, Fearless PerformanceIn his talk at TEDxBloomington, Jeff freely admits that the sheer terror of upcoming solo moments has never stopped lurking in his mind. Surrendering to this fact, Jeff decides to give his best in performance anyway, regardless of the potentially scary influences surrounding him. Jeff has become an expert in teaching people how to perform their best by replacing fear with focus on better things. Today's society is full of messages that perpetuate fear, and Jeff's witty and wise approach offers a refreshing alternative.
Blogs
- Bullet Proof MusicianThe purpose of this website is to teach musicians who are performing below their potential, how to overcome stage fright, performance anxiety, and other blocks to peak performance. The articles on this site will help you develop the tools you need to master the mental side of performing. These skills will allow you to experience the thrill of performing the way you know you can – even when the lights are brightest. Wait, let me rephrase that. Especially when the lights are brightest.
- Musician's WayExplores issues of music practice and performance, creativity, collaboration, entrepreneurship, career development, technology, wellness, and the myriad aspects of living a musician’s life.
- Playing Less Hurt
- Talent Code
Copyright Information
- Frequently Asked QuestionsAn overview of copyright laws as they apply to music. Published by the Music Library Associaiton
- Public Domain and Creative Commons WorksA discussion of the basics of locating public domain and creative commons works for research and creative activity.
In the Practice Room
Art of Practicing: A Guide to Making Music From the Heart. Bruser, Madeline. ML 3838 .B78 1997
"But I Played it Perfectly in the Practice Room!" Whitaker, Charlotte Sibley. ML 3820 .W48 1987
Mental Practice and Imagery for Musicians: A Practical Guide for Optimizing Practice Time, Enhancing Performance, and Preventing Injury. Freymuth, Malva Susanne. MT 170 .F74 1999
The Musician's Way: A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness. Klickstein, Gerald. MT 75 .K74 2009
Passionate Practice: The Musician's Guide to Learning, Memorizing, and Performing. Elson, Margret. MT 170 .E47 2002
The Practice Revolution: Getting Great Results From the Six Days Between Music Lessons. Johnston, Philip. ML 3838 .J63 2002
Practicing for Artistic Success : The Musician's Guide to Self-Empowerment. Kaplan, Burton. MT 170 .K37 P73 2004
The Mind
The Audition Process: Anxiety Management and Coping Strategies. Dunkel, Stuart. ML 3830 .D9 1989
Audition Success: An Olympic Sports Psychologist Teaches Performing Artists How to Win. Greene, Don. ML 3830 .G74 1998
Effortless Mastery: Liberating the Master Musician Within. Werner, Kenny. ML 3830 .W46 1996
Fight Your Fear and Win: Seven Skills for Performing Your Best Under Pressure--At Work, in Sports, on Stage. Greene, Don. BF 575 .A6 G74 2002
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience. Csikszentmihalyi, Mihaly. BF 575 .H27 C85 1991
The Inner Game of Music. Green, Barry. ML 3838 .G782 1986
The Inner Game of Tennis. Gallwey, W. Timothy. GV 1002.9 .P75 G34 1997
Little Book of Talent. Coyle, Daniel. BF 431 .C685 2012
Managing Your Head and Body So You Can Become a Good Musician. Cox, Richard H. ML 457 .C69 2006
The Mastery of Music: Ten Pathways to True Artistry. Green, Barry. ML 3830 .G69 2003
The Perfect Wrong Note: Learning to Trust Your Musical Self. Westney, WIlliam. ML 457 .W47 2003
Performance Success: Performing Your Best Under Pressure. Greene, Don. ML 3830 .G74 2002
Performing in the Zone. Gorrie, Jon. PN 1590 .G67 2009
Psycho-cybernetics. Maltz, Maxwell. BF 637 .S8 M25 1969
The Talent Code: Greatest Isn't Born, It's Grown: Here's How. Coyle, Daniel. BF 431 .C69 2009
Talent is Overrated: What Really Separated World-Class performers from Everybody Else. Colvin, Geoffrey. BF 481 .C625 2008
The Body
The Alexander Technique Manual: Take Control of Your Posture and Your Life. Brennan, Richard. RA 781.5 .B74 2004
Awareness Through Movement: Health Exercises for Personal Growth. Feldenkrais, Moshé. RC 489 .F44 F44 1990
Body learning : an introduction to the Alexander technique. Gelb, Michael. BF 172 .G44 1995
Body Mapping for Flutists: What Every Flute Teacher Needs to Know About the Body. Pearson, Lea. ML 3820 .P43 2006
Fit as a Fiddle: The Musician's Guide to Playing Healthy. Dawson, William. ML 3820 .D38 2008
Hearing Loss in Musicians: Prevention & Management. Chasin, Marshall. RF 293.5 .H445 2009
How You Stand, How You Move, How You Live: learning the Alexander Technique to Explore Your Mind-Body Connection and Achieve Self-Mastery. Vineyard, Missy. RA 781.5 .V56 2007
The musician's body : a maintenance manual for peak performance. Rosset i Llobet, Jaume. ML 3820 .R67 2007
Musician's yoga : a guide to practice, performance, and inspiration. Olson, Mia. RA 781.7 .O47 2009
The Relaxation Response. Benson, Herbert. RA 785 .B48 2001
What Every Musician Needs to Know About the Body: The Practical Application of Body Mapping to Making Music. Conable, Barbara. BF 172 .C65 2000
What Every Trombonist Needs to Know About the Body. Vining, David. MT 460 .V56 2010
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