Performance anxiety
Any tips on getting over performance anxiety? I really want to be confident but it doesn’t work
@Musicisgreat123
As a piano player, I occasionally go on stage so I also relate to this question. My tips would be to not focus too much or overthink on it beforehand. If you are well prepared, you should put full faith in yourself that you can do it. Whenever I do overthink, I start doubting and thinking of what would happen if I mess up. Afterwards, that is what happens when I'm on stage. So you can see how this clouds your mind and hinders your abilities. So, as long as you are well prepared and think in the present, you will do great. Try to steer clear of any doubts or negative thoughts if possible. Remember this takes time to overcome, but it will get better with each time you perform. Good luck and I hope this helped in any way :)
@Musicisgreat123
Rehearse, rehearse, rehearse!
Until it's better than it should.
Perform often, depending on what you do, in the subway, the street, churches, schools, hospitals...
Any place with an audience.
I wish you all the luck with your performances!