The Bulletproof Musician

386 Episodes

1. Why It's Important to Identify (and Use) Your "Signature Strengths"

   Published: 12/17/2023
2. Jason Shafer: On Healthier Practicing & Strengths-Based Performing

   Published: 12/10/2023
3. A Mindset Shift That Can Help You Respond to Setbacks With Even Better Performances

   Published: 12/3/2023
4. Reduce Burnout With a Simple Three-Step Exercise

   Published: 11/26/2023
5. The Best Way to Breathe for Reducing Stress?

   Published: 11/19/2023
6. The Best Thing to Listen to Backstage for Reducing Anxiety?

   Published: 11/12/2023
7. Benjamin Kamins: On Self-Judgment, Slow Practice, and Reed-Making

   Published: 11/5/2023
8. Why Lowering Standards Can Sometimes Promote Better Learning

   Published: 10/29/2023
9. “Brain Fatigue” and the Best Thing to Do on Practice Breaks

   Published: 10/22/2023
10. Why Reflection Should Be Part of Your Daily Practice Routine

    Published: 10/15/2023
11. How to Practice for More Consistent Performances

    Published: 10/8/2023
12. Christine Carter & Ellen Hendriksen: On the Perils of “Perfect Practice”

    Published: 10/1/2023
13. Are Today’s Musicians More “Clone-Like?"

    Published: 9/24/2023
14. Why Practicing Too Much Could Actually Increase Errors

    Published: 9/17/2023
15. How Consistent Do Pre-Performance Routines Need to Be?

    Published: 9/10/2023
16. The Surprising Truth about Learning Styles

    Published: 9/3/2023
17. Difficulty Staying Focused While Practicing? Why “Airplane Mode” May Not Be Enough

    Published: 8/20/2023
18. A Hack to Boost Your Practice Efficiency

    Published: 8/13/2023
19. On Building an Audience in 2023: Ken Kubota & Morgan Davison

    Published: 8/6/2023
20. When Is the Best Time to Start Memorizing a New Piece?

    Published: 7/30/2023