The Confident Musicianing Podcast

Jun 11 2024
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Want to get better at your music auditions? You CAN transform the way you audition and The Confident Musicianing Podcast guides you through it. 
I’m Eleanor, and together we dive into concrete strategies for the before, during, and after of your audition process so that you can be better prepared and crush that performance! If you’re a music student ready to revolutionize your auditioning, let’s jump in. Tune in every Tuesday for another insight-filled episode; see you there!

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Here's How You Can Work Through Frustration in Practice

Jun 11 2024 9 mins  
Feeling stuck during your practice sessions? You're not alone. Today we are diving into what to do with frustration in practice. Because, let's be honest, we don't have time to carry it around!This episode is available as a blog post. Click here to read!How can musicians rest? Click here for episode 23 to learn how! Want some musical motivation? Sign up for the Spring Roundup and g

Overthinking That Audition? Here's How You Can Stay Calm Before Your Performance

Jun 04 2024 10 mins  
We've all been there. OVERTHINKING that audition. It's totally normal! But how do we stay calm and not overthink? By staying in the moment. Easier said than done, I know. So today we are diving into simple ways for you to stay in the moment and keep calm before that audition or performance. This episode is available as a blog post! Read all about it here. Want some musical motivati

Coaching bands, performing premieres, and finding your sound with Dr. Jason Worzbyt

May 28 2024 39 mins  
Today we are speaking with Indiana University of PA professor, Dr. Jason Worzbyt! In this conversation, we are diving into how you can find your unique sound and perform well in concerts and auditions. In this episode, we dive into: Performing bassoon premieres - being in the right place at the right time 🏆 What younger musicians can do to prepare for auditions -- from a PMEA ad

Feeling unmotivated? Here's some quick ways to boost that motivation

May 21 2024 10 mins  
We all know the feeling of feeling stuck in our practicing. It can feel so draining! Like, where is the motivation!? Look no further. Today we are diving into five quick ways to boost your motivation and get back on track in your practice!Click here for the episode show notes.Need that musical motivation? (cause we all do), get the Spring Roundup! Click here to get yours. This epis

Human First, Musician Second: How to Set Boundaries and Take Care of Your Mental Health As A Musician

May 14 2024 9 mins  
Last summer, I was working myself way too hard. I had so many things on my plate, not only practicing, but also reed making, creating this podcast and so much more. The result? I got migraines every weekend. That was my body telling me to stop, and for a while I didn't listen to it. Flash forward, and I have found some crucial skills to make sure that I take care of my mental self

Want Something to Go Well? Envision It First

May 07 2024 8 mins  
I recently did a competition, and it went SO WELL. How did I do well? I envisioned the success. In every little detail -- showing my brain I can do it. That is what we dive into today.Get your practice playlist here! Click hereClick here for the episode blogpostClick here for episode 19: Wanna Capture The Panel In An Audition? Tell Your Story Your Audition Guidebook? Click here.

Practice efficiency, finding opportunities, and leading youth orchestras with Maestro Jacob Joyce

Apr 30 2024 44 mins  
This week's episode is a real treat because we are talking with the one-and-only Maestro Jacob Joyce! Maesto is a world-renowned conductor, working with orchestras including Pittsburgh Symphony, Indianapolis Symphony, the London Symphony, the NDR-Sinfonieorchester, and many more!In the episode, we dive into:The power of networking 💪Making a change in your music career (Maestro w

3 Quick Ways To Get the Spark Into Your Practice

Apr 23 2024 8 mins  
Ever find yourself staring at the same four walls of your practice room, instrument in hand, utterly uninspired? You're not alone. I've been there too, and that's exactly why I'm sharing three game-changing strategies to reinvigorate your practice sessions and help you tap into your best musical self. From making simple changes to your environment—like standing up to play or addi

Wanna Capture The Panel In The Audition? Share Your Story

Apr 16 2024 11 mins  
I remember the first time that I knew I wanted to become a professional oboist. I was in sixth grade and had just composed an oboe trio with a friend. When we played it in the school band concert and got a standing ovation, I felt it right there: the connection. The fact that I had just created something, performed something and through that something I had moved people -- I had co

Mental Practice: The What, Why, and How

Apr 09 2024 12 mins  
Say you could practice without your instrument (if you need to be quiet or don't have access to your instrument), and still make serious gains? Heck freaking yeah!Well that is a real thing: it's called mental practice!In this episode, we dive right into the what, why, and how of mental practice so that you can start honing your brain for better performances! Let's up our practice g