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Mastering the Art of Centering – A Guide for Professional Musicians

By Joanna Latala June 24, 2025

Subjects Artistic Vision, Practicing

Tags Breathing Exercises, Centering, Focus and Concentration, Mental Preparation, Mindfulness, Musician Wellness, Peak Performance, performance anxiety, Performance Psychology, Visualization Techniques

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Positive Self-Talk: A Key to Boosting Musicians Confidence

By Joanna Latala April 21, 2025

Subjects Artistic Vision, Practicing

Tags Efficiency, Efficient Practice, focus, Glenn Gould, mental practice, Mental Rehearsal, muscle memory, Novak Djokovic, Reducing Injury

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In Memoriam: Joel Krosnick (1941–2025)

By Blogmaster April 21, 2025

Subjects News

Tags In Memoriam, Joel Krosnick

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The Power of Mental Rehearsal for Musicians: Unlocking Potential Beyond Physical Rehearsal

By Joanna Latala April 7, 2025

Subjects Artistic Vision, Practicing

Tags Efficiency, Efficient Practice, focus, Glenn Gould, mental practice, Mental Rehearsal, muscle memory, Novak Djokovic, Reducing Injury

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6 Interviews with Mstislav Rostropovich

By Blogmaster March 27, 2025

Subjects Artists, Interviews

Tags Cello Competitions, Cello Repertoire, ICS, Internet Cello Society, Internet Cello Society Archive, Mstislav Rostropovich, Rostropovich, Russia

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Know Your Bow: Tips for Owners and Users of Pernambuco Bows

By Blogmaster March 23, 2025

Subjects Ethics, Instrument Care

Tags American Federation of Musicians, bows, Cello Travel, CITES, Conservation, Documentation, League of American Orchestras, Permit, pernambuco

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How to Quiet Your Mind

By Joanna Latala March 18, 2025

Subjects Artistic Vision, Practicing

Tags concentration, criticism, Don Greene, focus, Jason Selk, Mental Training, mindset, Neil Fiore, Positive Thinking, Quiet Mind, Self-Criticism, Self-Judgment

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How to Stay Motivated: The Power of Discipline and Consistency

By Joanna Latala March 3, 2025

Subjects Artistic Vision, Practicing

Tags consistency, discipline, goals, motivation, passion, routine, schedule, Self-Discipline, success

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Calm Down… You Have a Plan!

By Joanna Latala February 17, 2025

Subjects Artistic Vision, Practicing

Tags consistency, Daily Schedule, discipline, Execution, goals, organization, Organization Skills, Planning, routine

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Mastering the Art of Focus: Exploring Breath and Centering Techniques

By Joanna Latala February 4, 2025

Subjects Artistic Vision, Practicing

Tags breath, Breathing Techniques, Centering, concentration, focus, Relaxation Techniques, Rest

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