The Bulletproof Musician
A podcast by Noa Kageyama - Sundays

372 Episodes
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Steven Tenenbom: On Rhythm, Phrasing, and the Life Within Each Note
Published: 04/02/2024 -
Can Good Luck Charms and Superstitious Rituals Enhance Performance?
Published: 21/01/2024 -
A Simple Technique to Prevent Choking (Which Sounds Like it Couldn’t Possibly Work)
Published: 14/01/2024 -
WOOP: A Better Way to Set Goals?
Published: 07/01/2024 -
How Important Is It to Write Down Your Goals?
Published: 31/12/2023 -
How Important Is “Perfect Practice” When Learning Something New?
Published: 24/12/2023 -
Why It's Important to Identify (and Use) Your "Signature Strengths"
Published: 17/12/2023 -
Jason Shafer: On Healthier Practicing & Strengths-Based Performing
Published: 10/12/2023 -
A Mindset Shift That Can Help You Respond to Setbacks With Even Better Performances
Published: 03/12/2023 -
Reduce Burnout With a Simple Three-Step Exercise
Published: 26/11/2023 -
The Best Way to Breathe for Reducing Stress?
Published: 19/11/2023 -
The Best Thing to Listen to Backstage for Reducing Anxiety?
Published: 12/11/2023 -
Benjamin Kamins: On Self-Judgment, Slow Practice, and Reed-Making
Published: 05/11/2023 -
Why Lowering Standards Can Sometimes Promote Better Learning
Published: 29/10/2023 -
“Brain Fatigue” and the Best Thing to Do on Practice Breaks
Published: 22/10/2023 -
Why Reflection Should Be Part of Your Daily Practice Routine
Published: 15/10/2023 -
How to Practice for More Consistent Performances
Published: 08/10/2023 -
Christine Carter & Ellen Hendriksen: On the Perils of “Perfect Practice”
Published: 01/10/2023 -
Are Today’s Musicians More “Clone-Like?"
Published: 24/09/2023 -
Why Practicing Too Much Could Actually Increase Errors
Published: 17/09/2023
Ever wonder why you can practice for hours, sound great in the practice room, and still be frustratingly hit or miss on stage? Join performance psychologist and Juilliard alumnus/faculty Noa Kageyama, and explore research-based “practice hacks” for beating anxiety, practicing more effectively, and playing up to your full abilities when it matters most.