Massage to help your artistry. Have you ever thought about it? Many of us think of massage to relieve the discomfort of making music. Still, few consider how a targeted and specific approach frees up more capacity for beauty. In this article, find out about Maria Berglund and her technique, approach, and the benefits of her work.
Read MoreApplying sports psychology to music-making is a hot topic, but how does it work exactly? Why is it an effective way of training mentally? Violinist Dimitry Olevsky breaks it down so we can all understand it. And he would know. He wrote a dissertation about it and applies it to his teaching and performing career.
Read MoreFinances and money talk tend to be hush-hush topics in the music world. We don’t learn how to manage them and often struggle to make our money work for us. Anamarie Diaz, aka the Financial Flutist, is here to help you break out of the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck. This article is such a great guide to breaking free from the money stress and taking ownership of your finances. Read it asap!
Read MoreHow do you manage your wellness? What tools do you have? Have you ever considered Astrology as a way to navigate challenging times or make sense of all the chaos? What about human design? Kelly Kasle leads with her personal story and shows why some of the “woo woo” can bring things into focus in unexpected but totally straightforward ways. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreThis article is a fabulous intro to Human Design - what it is, how it works, and how it will help you live your best life. Lisa Husseini is a coach helping people live their absolute best lives, and Human Design is just one tool you can use to uplevel your existence. So check it out, then tell us - what energy type are you?
Read MoreWe can all admit that managing a social media presence is a big part of what we do as artists and musicians. But, sometimes, the relationship with these platforms can be unhealthy and unhelpful. Taylor Rossi shares some terrific strategies for staying up to date with sharing your best self while also being mindful that you’re simultaneously taking care of your best self. Take a look!
Read MoreHave you ever felt burnt out at work or in your career? Are you confused about what Burn Out even is, or if you should take it seriously? This article from Kensley Behel will shed some light on the topic, particularly as it applies to being a professional musician or music student. She covers everything from symptoms to positive steps one can take. This is a must-read!
Read MoreMeditation is growing increasingly popular as a way to manage the stress of modern living. But have you ever considered the real and practical benefits it can bring to your music career? Rena Urso gives you the perspective you need to try it for yourself and feel the subtle yet powerful shifts of taking care of your mental space.
Read MoreHow do you speak to yourself while you hone your craft? What qualifiers do you use for success? Turns out, it really matters when it comes to long-term improvement and taking care of yourself. Turns out, your body stores those messages - both negative AND positive. Don’t you want to fuel your music-making with productive positivity? Read this article and find out how.
Read MoreMindset is an essential component of success. Mindfulness has far-reaching implications for musicians, including success, growth, positivity, and overall well-being. Dr. Kevin Miescke shares a few simple strategies for being and achieving your best through harnessing the power of mindfulness.
Read MoreProprioception is fascinating and extremely pertinent to musical success, although not often discussed in the music community. In this article, written by Timani Master Teacher. Miriam Hlavaty, the topic is explored at length, tying the subject intimately to the needs of musicians. A fascinating and necessary read for all of us!
Read MoreSometimes growing and advancing as musicians come from a deeper understanding of how the body works. In this article (the first of 2), Tina Margareta Nilssen, the founder of the Musicians Health and Movement Institute in Oslo and the creator of Timani, explains a seemingly simple yet, secretly complex approach to technique, improvement, and unleashing the hidden power and talent that exists within all of us.
Read MoreIn this article, Justyna Ponulak shares some insight into some of the issues that attribute to stage fright and how she has created a program to help musicians thrive and overcome their fear of the stage to share what they love more freely.
Read MoreIs stress helping or hurting your creativity? In this article, Donata Vaitkute, founder of the Mental Skills Lab, dives into the research on short-term and long-term stress and how to manage it so you can be your most creative self.
Read MoreCheck out our most recent book review. Maximize 365 by Kristin Sherry. Not your typical cover to cover read, we’ll explain a little more about who needs this book, and how you should read it. Check it Out!
Read MoreElizabeth Rotoff, known as The Fit Singer on social media, shares some major wisdom about how to boost your immune system. Perfect timing, considering temperatures are dropping everywhere, and that whole pandemic is going on. Some of this is so simple that it’s almost too easy to take care of yourself. So check it out and stay healthy this season!
Read MoreIn this piece, we ponder the notion of musicians as small muscle athletes. What is an athlete? How do you define muscle? What exactly are musicians doing with their bodies? In this piece, we pull apart the terms and examine the notion as a whole and in its parts.
Read MoreDo you know what Focal Dystonia is? Do you know how this condition manifests in the bodies of musicians? This is an eye-opening first part of a 2-part series from Anna Detari telling you everything you need to know about Musicians Focal Dystonia, covering everything from common signs and symptoms to treatments and more.
Read MoreHave you ever wanted to improve your memory? Does repetition in the practice room just not work for you? We were sent a copy of Unlimited Memory by Grandmaster Kevin Horsley and took a tour through the Memory Map to improve our memory systems. We can’t recommend this one enough. It is absolutely helpful for everyone.
Read MoreThis research review aimed to study overuse injuries in musicians and discover what current research says regarding the prevalence, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of overuse syndrome in musicians' hands and wrists.
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