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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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Working with a collaborative pianist/accompanist and studying in the US and Brazil with Dr. Nathália Kato Giordano
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Do you know how to work with a collaborative pianist/accompanist? Are you sure you know all of things to remember? Check your knowledge with this conversation! Today we are chatting with Dr. Nathália Kato Giordano, collaborative pianist and adjunct professor of voice at Duquesne University. We dive into: Studying music in both Brazil and America Ho…
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Here's How You Can Work Through Frustration in Practice
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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? …
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Overthinking That Audition? Here's How You Can Stay Calm Before Your Performance
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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 i…
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Coaching bands, performing premieres, and finding your sound with Dr. Jason Worzbyt
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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 …
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Feeling unmotivated? Here's some quick ways to boost that motivation
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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…
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Human First, Musician Second: How to Set Boundaries and Take Care of Your Mental Health As A Musician
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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 t…
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Want Something to Go Well? Envision It First
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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 here Click here for the episode blogpost Click here for episode 19: Wanna Capture The Panel In An Audition? Tell Your Story Yo…
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Practice efficiency, finding opportunities, and leading youth orchestras with Maestro Jacob Joyce
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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 chan…
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3 Quick Ways To Get the Spark Into Your Practice
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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—…
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Wanna Capture The Panel In The Audition? Share Your Story
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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 someth…
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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 p…
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We've talked about 5 things confident musicians do (click here to listen to that episode!), now we are going to dive into 5 MORE things confident musicians do. So that we can implement a few into our musical lives. Let's dive in and gain our musical confidence! Want to remember all 5 things? Here is a blog post about them! Click here to read. Liste…
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Visiting Music Schools? Here Are 6 Top Things To Keep In Mind
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Visiting music schools? How can you know which one is best for you? It can be really quite overwhelming trying to figure out where you fit. I've been there. I get it. In this episode, we dive right into the top 6 things to keep in mind when visiting a music school, so that you can have a clearer picture of which ones are a good fit for you. Get tri…
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How To Create Your Balance Between School and Music School Auditions
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Who's the auditioner's best friend? TIME MANAGEMENT. Especially when we are auditioning for music schools, setting boundaries with our academics can be the key to focusing on our auditions and making a lasting impression. In this episode, we dive right into three steps to set boundaries with school so that you can focus on applying and auditioning …
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Trial Lessons Coming Up? Here's How To Prepare For Them
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Picture this: you're stepping into the studio, your heart's racing, and then... magic. You've found a music teacher who can turn your musical aspirations into reality. Now let's make that a reality. In this episode, we are spilling all the tea on preparing for your next trial lesson. From doing your research to planning to the lesson, we unpack the…
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How to Make Time For YOU While Preparing For Auditions
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Imagine this: You are stuck, really bogged down, not making progress, or so you feel…you are just STUCK! The audition cycle can really feel like that. You are working so hard on all of your pieces, but you are feeling so tired. Sound familiar? During an audition or audition season, the last thing on our minds is making time for us. And yet my frien…
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That Time I Took A Music School Theory Entrance Exam at 5am
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When applying to the Royal Irish Academy of Music, I had never imagined that I would end up taking the theory entrance exam at 5am. But once I realised, I went all in. In this episode, I take you on a little story through this whole experience, and how I felt through it. So grab a cute drink (mine is tea), and let's have a cozy story time! Wanna re…
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Here's The Secret to Thriving in Your Auditions
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Want to thrive in your auditions? You have to know how. And to do that, you need experience. Yes, I am talking about mock auditions. They might seem irrelevant, but let me tell you, as someone who has been grateful for opportunities to learn how to audition well, mock auditions can make or break your real audition. So dive in with me as we as the w…
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Confident musicians: we all want to be them. And today we will dive into 5 things that they do, that we can all also do! Anything and everything from how they use nerve-racking situations inspiring to how they work up to performing and auditioning... all the way to how they navigate what could be embarrassing situations... and everything in between…
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The Ins and Outs of My Trial Lesson Experience
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Are you about to take trial music lessons? Is it for a private teacher or a university teacher? Taking trial lessons is a must when finding a new teacher, especially when it's for a music school program. And so we need to take trial lessons to decide on a teacher. And that is exactly what I was doing when I was auditioning for a music school. I end…
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Sweaty Palms? 3 Things You Need to Say To Yourself Before Your Audition
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I'm sure you know the feeling of nervousness before auditions -- we all do. But have you every considered that the way you talk to yourself before that audition can affect your audition? Join me, as we dive into 3 crucial things to remind yourself before you take that audition, so you can go in there with confidence and excitement. We dive into way…
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Embracing the Pause: 3 Crucial Lessons From my Musical Break
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Have you ever considered that a break could be the secret ingredient to musical mastery? Join me, as we dive into the unexpected journey of stepping away from my oboe after wisdom teeth surgery, only to return with newfound perspective. In this episode, we explore three key things to remember when taking a pause. Together, we'll celebrate the growt…
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A Year in Review: Musical Journal Promts to Reflect on the Past Year and Start Your New Year Off Right
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It is that time of year again where we all sit down and reflect on this past year. For us as musicians, it is also important to think about how this year went musically. So in this cozy episode, we dive into journal prompts to reflect on 2023 and look ahead to 2024 -- and I will be answering these prompts as we go through the questions as well. So …
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You CAN Balance Academics and Music in High School
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Don't miss any new episodes; join the mailing list! Click here to join. You know the struggle of balancing music classes with academics in school, and not having the time to practice? That was me in 9th grade, grappling with an overbooked schedule, I hardly practiced. Flash forward to 12th grade where everything had changed. Through three key steps…
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When Music Practicing Becomes Stale: 3 Ways to Refresh Your Sessions
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Are your music practice sessions feeling a tad bit stale and boring? Wanna switch things up a bit to refresh your sessions? Join me in this episode as we dive into three ways to get that excitement back into your musical routines. Also, don't forget to check out blog post about this episode! Click here to read. We'll start with a simple yet effecti…
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Your Blueprint for Overcoming Overwhelm and Managing Your Practice
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Swamped in preparation for a big performance, audition, or deadline? Let's embark on a journey together, creating small goals and mapping them into a bigger plan. And hey, don't forget to reward yourself along the way, it's crucial! I’ll also give you insights on the importance of mental rest, and yes, it's easier said than done. I’ve been there an…
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Transforming A Disaster Into A Music Conservatory Acceptance (ask me how I know)
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What if the key to auditioning was not just about perfecting your performance, but also about creating a positive environment? In this episode, I share my personal story of a nerve-wracking audition that took a turn for the better with the implementation of two simple yet powerful techniques. Step into my shoes as I recount the journey of my auditi…
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Turning Practice Into Power: 3 Essential Mindset Shifts to Transform Your Sessions
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Make sure you don't miss any new episodes; join the mailing list! Click here to join. Ever feel stuck in your practicing? Let's use the power of mindset shifts to dismantle that! Join me as we embark on a journey to explore the power of constructive self-dialogue and how it can revolutionise your practice sessions. This episode takes a deep dive in…
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Are you a musician who is excited about the future? Who can't wait to grow and work towards your musical goals? Who can't wait to perform on that big stage? Well you are in the right place. Welcome to the Confident Musicianing Podcast, where I dive into strategic ways for you to savour your practice, become your best practice companion, and build t…
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