The Bulletproof Musician podcast

The Bulletproof Musician

Ever wonder why you can practice for hours, sound great in the practice room, and still be frustratingly hit or miss on stage? Join performance psychologist and Juilliard alumnus/faculty Noa Kageyama, and explore research-based “practice hacks” for beating anxiety, practicing more effectively, and playing up to your full abilities when it matters most.

Ever wonder why you can practice for hours, sound great in the practice room, and still be frustratingly hit or miss on stage? Join performance psychologist and Juilliard alumnus/faculty Noa Kageyama, and explore research-based “practice hacks” for beating anxiety, practicing more effectively, and playing up to your full abilities when it matters most.

 

#366

Stumped by a Problem in the Practice Room? Try an “Incubation” Break

Have you ever had one of those "aha" moments when a solution to a problem spontaneously po... more

16 Feb 2025

08 MINS

08:39

16 Feb 2025


#365

Perfect Shmerfect. Could More “Mistakes” Accelerate Learning?

Ever notice how some folks seem to learn faster than others? What’s their secret? Is it ju... more

09 Feb 2025

07 MINS

07:50

09 Feb 2025


#364

Carolyn Christie: On Overcoming Nerves With Healthier Internal Dialogue - and Phrasing!

Ever notice how mean the voice in your head can become on stage? Where it generates YouTub... more

02 Feb 2025

44 MINS

44:14

02 Feb 2025


#363

Can We Train Ourselves to Worry Less About Others’ Opinions?

I came across a study years ago which found that fear of negative evaluation was one of th... more

26 Jan 2025

09 MINS

09:23

26 Jan 2025


#362

What Causes "Choking" Under Pressure? And What Can We Do About It?

Have you ever had one of those days on stage where you suddenly can't seem to do a thing t... more

19 Jan 2025

10 MINS

10:18

19 Jan 2025


#361

The Truth About Cramming: Why Your Brain Needs Breaks

Taking breaks in the middle of practice or study sessions can be a pain. Often, it's a lot... more

12 Jan 2025

08 MINS

08:36

12 Jan 2025


#360

Orli Shaham: On Overcoming Setbacks and Learning to Trust the Process

Ever had one of those “I’m a total failure, and I’m never going to be invited to play with... more

05 Jan 2025

53 MINS

53:28

05 Jan 2025


#359

A Backward Strategy for Enhanced Goal-Setting Success

Maybe you've set some goals for the coming year, but you're not quite sure where to start,... more

29 Dec 2024

07 MINS

07:36

29 Dec 2024


#358

4 Approaches to Goal Setting (And Which Works Best)

Are you a little overwhelmed by all of the different year-in-review and goal-setting metho... more

22 Dec 2024

07 MINS

07:18

22 Dec 2024


#357

Do Extroverts Make Better Performers Than Introverts?

Have you ever wondered if there's an advantage to being an extrovert or introvert when it ... more

15 Dec 2024

06 MINS

06:37

15 Dec 2024


#356

Laurie Scott & Cornelia Watkins: On Going From the Stage to the Studio

“See one, do one, teach one” is a model for learning that’s been utilized in medicine for ... more

08 Dec 2024

50 MINS

50:34

08 Dec 2024


#355

Does How We Look On Stage Matter More Than How We Sound...?

Have you ever wondered how much the visual aspect of a performance matters to the listener... more

01 Dec 2024

11 MINS

11:10

01 Dec 2024


#354

Does Counting Our Blessings Really Change Anything?

Thanksgiving is just a few days away, so whether your holiday will be of the turkey, turdu... more

24 Nov 2024

06 MINS

06:25

24 Nov 2024


#353

An Easier Way to Get Better at Mental Imagery?

You've heard that mental practice and mental imagery can help enhance your learning - but ... more

17 Nov 2024

09 MINS

09:28

17 Nov 2024


#352

A Better Way to Do Mental Practice?

The use of mental practice or mental imagery to enhance learning and performance is extrem... more

10 Nov 2024

07 MINS

07:58

10 Nov 2024


#351

Not an Optimist? How to Make Pessimism Work for You.

Do optimists have an advantage when it comes to performing better under pressure? Not nece... more

03 Nov 2024

06 MINS

06:51

03 Nov 2024


#350

Can Breathing Really Help Reduce Anxiety? Or Is It Just a Cliché?

Can the right sort of breathing really reduce anxiety? The short answer is yes - but why?A... more

27 Oct 2024

08 MINS

08:21

27 Oct 2024


#349

Go From Procrastination to Productivity With “Temptation Bundling”

Have you ever struggled to maintain a new habit? Like exercising, or recording yourself mo... more

20 Oct 2024

06 MINS

06:27

20 Oct 2024


#348

A Better Way to Bounce Back From Disappointing Setbacks

A 2008 study highlights the two ways we often respond to disappointments and setbacks. The... more

13 Oct 2024

08 MINS

08:41

13 Oct 2024


#347

Why Giving Students Choices Could Dramatically Enhance Learning

🎓 In this episode, we'll take a look at at 2017 ballet study which suggests that the simp... more

06 Oct 2024

06 MINS

06:46

06 Oct 2024


#346

What Are Audition Committees Really Listening For?

Ever wish you could be psychic for a moment and find out what audition committees are thin... more

29 Sep 2024

07 MINS

07:18

29 Sep 2024


#345

The Best Time to Exercise for Maximizing Practice Gains

Research suggests that a short bout of exercise could enhance the effectiveness of your pr... more

22 Sep 2024

07 MINS

07:13

22 Sep 2024


#344

How Important Is It Really to Practice Every Day?

Let's say you had only 60 minutes to practice in the next week. Would it be better to do 6... more

15 Sep 2024

07 MINS

07:14

15 Sep 2024


#343

Improve Coordination With Opposite-Side Practice

Ever find yourself stumped by a tricky passage, where your fingers seem to be a little awk... more

08 Sep 2024

10 MINS

10:12

08 Sep 2024


#342

Nathan Cole: Lessons From 20 Years of Concertmaster Auditions

Have you ever wondered...how to develop true confidence in yourself and your abilities ami... more

01 Sep 2024

54 MINS

54:54

01 Sep 2024


#341

An Ironic Strategy to Stay Calmer and Avoid Rushing on Performance Days

Whether it's picking a tempo that's too fast, or rushing a shift, it's easy for things to ... more

25 Aug 2024

08 MINS

08:01

25 Aug 2024