MUSI 204 - Art and Science of Performing

Institution:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Music

Description:

This course focuses on how to define, detect, and manage performance anxiety. Students will learn about the body's innate response to stress and pressure situations, and how to recognize maladaptive responses to pressure situations. Students will learn about conventional methods for treating performance anxiety as well as unconventional methods including self-analysis, meditation, guided imagery, and the Alexander technique. Pre-performance routines such as centering will be discussed. Students will learn about tools such as engaged practicing that will help to produce better performances. The concept of flow state will also be discussed.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sru.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 738-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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