How to deal with stage fright?
Stage anxiety is a challenge for musicians of all levels. Beginners and professionals alike have to cope with nervousness on the scene that can range from simple “butterflies” to crippling anxiety. For most musicians, fear of failure never disappears; it has been dealt with. The more you understand the thought patterns associated with fear of failure, the more measures you can take to control them.
How to deal with stage fright?
- Minimizing the physical symptoms of stage fright: Not all musicians enjoy the “rush” of the performance. Trembling hands, fumbling feet, and a fast heart beat can compromise confidence and performance. But remember that anxiety is normal, and it's better to accept it instead of fighting it. Let your body relax by the feelings so they don't sneak at you, try the following techniques to calm your nerves before a gig.
- Overcoming an error during a stage stage: anxiety manifests itself in different ways. For severe patients, it can form a mental block and make concentration almost impossible. People with this kind of stage fright tend to fear for the lack of control that comes with it, more than the ability to actually make a mistake — a mistake can cause a snowball effect of blunders. That's why it's good to know how to deal with a musical mistake when this happens, so it doesn't throw you into panic mode.
- I play so well at home, why does that change on stage? Whether we drive, socialize, or play on stage, when we feel comfortable and comfortable, our actions flow naturally. But when we experience pressure or that we can be criticized — which could be a threat to our self-image or musical reputation — we begin to operate at a different level of consciousness. We become too conscious and that natural flow is disrupted.
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