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When the Mind Plays First: Lessons from the Chopin Competition

For the past few days, the entire music world has been buzzing. In the homes of those who are passionate about classical music, the sounds of the piano fill the air through the broadcasts of one of the greatest and most prestigious piano competitions in the world — the International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw.

joannalatalacello

Oct 95 min read

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"Go for It"

As professional musicians, the pressure to deliver exceptional performances is a constant companion. Each time we step onto the stage, we are called upon to balance technical mastery with emotional authenticity.

Confidence

joannalatalacello

Jul 76 min read

The Art of Being Present: Mastering the "Here and Now" in Music

To play "here and now," mental training is crucial. It involves actively engaging your mind with every detail of the music—intonation, articulation, tone color, and phrasing—as it unfolds. When you focus on these elements, distractions fall away, and the music becomes a continuous, intentional journey.

Focus

joannalatalacello

Jun 34 min read

Enhancing Musical Performance: The Power of Pre-Performance Routines

Understanding Pre-Performance Routines in Music Performing music at the highest level requires more than just technical mastery of an...

Have a plan

joannalatalacello

May 196 min read

The Good Bad Day

Every musician has good and bad days. Days when everything falls into place effortlessly and others when nothing seems to go right, no matter how hard they try. But what if we told you that both types of days—the stellar and the struggling—are equally important for growth and can teach us valuable lessons? Much like elite athletes, musicians stand to gain by embracing and learning from the "good bad day."

Have a plan

joannalatalacello

May 57 min read