Facing the Fear: The Potential of Pressure Training in Music
Author Information
Author(s): de Bie Nicky, Hill Yannick, Pijpers J. R. (Rob), Oudejans Raôul R. D.
Primary Institution: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Hypothesis
Can pressure training help musicians enhance their performance under anxiety?
Conclusion
Pressure training may improve musicians' performance skills and help manage performance anxiety.
Supporting Evidence
- Pressure training has been effective in sports and police work for enhancing performance under pressure.
- Musicians often do not incorporate pressure training into their practice routines.
- Mock auditions and try-outs can help musicians prepare for real performances.
- Virtual reality can simulate performance anxiety and help musicians practice under pressure.
Takeaway
This study looks at how musicians can practice performing under pressure to get better at it, even if they feel anxious.
Methodology
The review involved systematically searching for studies on pressure training across various high-pressure domains and synthesizing findings for music applications.
Limitations
Limited studies specifically on pressure training for musicians and the subjective nature of performance quality assessments.
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