Kelsey Sexton

Allegro Appassionato Camille Saint-Saens

How many practice performances have you given? Rehearsals with your pianist?

How well do you know your piece? How much effort have you put into your practice?

Think about the composer. For what was the piece originally written? What is your interpretation?

What key is the piece in? Are the rhythms bouncy and happy, or slow

and sad?

PERFORMANCE ANXIETY
For Young Performers A Quick Guide to Preparing for a Performance:
Focusing on Performance Anxiety, Musicality, Technique, and Personal Care

MUSICALITY

TECHNIQUE

PERSONAL CARE

Have you worked your piece up from a slow tempo? Consulted your private instructor?

How is your intonation? Have you practiced with metronome and drone?

Are you eating healthy and sleeping well? Do you have an exercise routine?

Are you mentally fit for a performance? How is your self esteem?