Mental Training
Blog 
for professional musician

Note to the reader:

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Before you dive into the articles, I'd like to share some personal thoughts with you.

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I have never considered myself a person who experiences stage fright or stress on stage. Throughout my education, I had numerous lessons, exams, and concerts every year, and even after years of experience, I never felt paralyzed or unable to showcase my best when it mattered. I believe I was consistently performing at around 90% of my capabilities, which I considered a good result. We are all humans, and mistakes are inevitable, but I always managed to deliver my almost best performance under pressure, so I never considered myself as someone terrified by nerves.

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My interest in mental training methods arose from a desire to maximize my potential, practice time, and knowledge. I strongly believed that other musicians who were better than me were spending less time in the practice room yet performing better under pressure. During my scholarships in the US, I discovered that their superiority was not due to greater talent but rather their approach to practice.

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After 20 years of practicing the cello, I realized I had nothing to lose. I love what I do, I enjoy playing in the orchestra, and I want my colleagues to perform at their best because only then can we create our finest concert together. So, I took a risk and completely changed my practice routine by incorporating step-by-step mental training methods. Suddenly, I uncovered hidden strengths and weaknesses in my playing, which helped me develop as a professional and advanced cellist. To this day, I continue to work on new methods, experimenting with techniques used by athletes and adapting them to the world of music. Just like sports trainers, I believe that musicians can benefit from ongoing development and learning.

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Once again, I want to emphasize that mental training methods not only assist musicians with stage fright but also enable them to showcase their full potential on stage under pressure. These methods are particularly helpful for musicians who have already attained an advanced level of technical proficiency. They allow you to express what you truly want to convey through your playing, opening up your musical world and ears, and removing any barriers or boundaries. With these methods, you can showcase your best and experience a tremendous sense of fulfillment.

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I strongly encourage you to take this risk with me and jump to the next level. Read the articles that touch on topics that seem interesting to you, as well as those that you think do not. You might be surprised by how much both can help you.

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Discover your best and find the courage to show it to the world...

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