Posted by Laura Wichers on May 24, 1999 at 18:52:10:
After nearly bombing an audition (don't ask, fortunately
no lasting repercussions, I'm fine), my teacher decided what
went wrong. He gave me this explanation: I have tons of
energy, and when I play, I give about 60% of this energy
to cello. That's not to say I'm not concentrating; I'm
lacking 'total' focus.
What things can I do to help me focus more when I play?
I've already tried things like closing my eyes and such,
and I know this isn't due to nerves (lucky me!).
Ideas?
-Laura