Piper's Dojo Audio Experience

Ever felt your heart race, your hands shake, or your mind go blank before playing? This episode will help you understand why... and what to actually do about it.   Nerves can feel paralysing for pipers (or any performer). But they're a natural part of performance, and when understood properly they can become one of your greatest tools as a musician.   This week, Andrew and Jim dig into why performing feels so different from the practice room, drawing on insights from violinist and educator Maggie Watson. They explore how perception shapes physiology, why even highly trained players can feel more nervous than beginners, and what separates practice from performance as two completely different disciplines.   Here’s what we cover in this episode: 02:13 – Why performance nerves are today’s focus 03:11 – “I have thoughts, but I’m fallible” – Andrew’s disclaimer 04:41 – Why performance feels different from practice (Maggie Watson) 09:23 – Practice vs performance: two separate skill