The Mind Over Finger Podcast

Discussions on mindful music-making, efficient practice, and building a purposeful career with the performers, pedagogues, and innovators who are shaping the classical music world today! The Mind Over Finger Podcast is a resource for knowledge, insight, tips, tricks, and inspiration for musicians interested in learning more about practicing mindfully, performing optimally, and getting more intentional in creating a fulfilling musical career. We provide you with the tools to mindfully shift your musical practice from unconscious to deliberate, from paint-by-numbers to art by flow, from going through the motions to delightful play!

199 Rob Knopper: Audition Hacker 05/05/2024

198 How to Create Anything You Want – Part 2 04/26/2024

197 How to Create Anything You Want 04/19/2024

196 Jalayne Mitchell: Classical Wellness 04/12/2024

195 Katherine Emeneth: Build & Grow Your Music Career 03/29/2024

194 Gloria Lum: Audition Confidential 03/22/2024

193 Conditioning for YOUR Ideal Performance 03/15/2024

192 Lynn Kuo: Positivity, Resilience, & Musical Mastery 03/08/2024

191 David Radzynski: Insights from the Concertmaster's Chair 03/01/2024

190 Practicing for YOUR Ideal Performance 02/23/2024

189 Austin Pancner: The Functional Musician 02/16/2024

188 Drew Forde: The Extra-Classical Musician 02/09/2024

187 Planning for YOUR Ideal Performance 02/02/2024

186 Gear Up 2024 with Dr. Renée-Paule Gauthier 12/22/2023

185 Paul Lueders: Backstage Pass 12/15/2023

184 Dr. Hannah Murray: Move Better to Play Better 12/08/2023

184 Dr. Hannah Murray: Move Better to Play Better Conversation with Dr. Hannah Murray of corpSonore, including topics such as: Why understanding anatomy is crucial for musicians to play with proper technique and avoid injuries. The importance of distributing tension and integrity evenly throughout the body for better music-making. The importance of patience in the practice room, as it allows for deeper exploration and understanding of the body and movement. Our views on the need for a more holistic approach to music education And so much more! MORE ABOUT HANNAH & CORPSONORE Website: CorpSonore: YouTube channel: Facebook: Hannah’s Instagram: CorpSonore’s Instagram: LinkedIn: As a gift to you, Hannah has created a code for 1 free class on the corpSonore platform. You can use code MOF10 at checkout to attend any live class or use it for any class in the on-demand library. The Pain Free Performer The Pain-Free Performer is a 3-month program beginning January 8th. This experience is designed for musicians looking for solutions to playing-related pain and discomfort who feel like they have untapped potential inside of them. If you've struggled with the same aches and pains for years and can't quite find a long-term fix, your nerves get the best of you in high-stress environments, or your students constantly ask you questions you feel you can't answer, this course is for you. CorpSonore has carefully crafted this offering to support your music-making and enhance your artistry using a 3-dimensional approach that includes nutrition, movement, mindfulness, anatomy, private study, group classes, guest masterclasses, and ongoing support. It's time to take care of musicians and create long-lasting careers from the inside out. To learn more, visit: . To check in, say hi, and find out if this is the right program for you, book a free consultation at And to drop me a note the old-fashioned way, you can email me at . Mind Over Finger Click to book your free consultation with me. Visit for my online courses as well as free resources on peak performance. Connect: THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer who graciously provided the show’s musical theme: Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. /episode/index/show/mindoverfinger/id/28984138

183 Three Mistakes You Make & How to Solve Them 11/24/2023

182 Njioma Grievous: Backstage Pass 11/17/2023

181 Sam Reti: The Future of Music Education 11/10/2023

180 Overcome Overwhelm 10/27/2023

179 David Cooper: Passion, Purpose, and Dedication in Music as a Performer – Backstage Pass Series 10/20/2023

178 The Cost of Scarcity 10/13/2023

177 Kristin Leitterman: Answers from Within 09/29/2023

176 Shedding Limiting Beliefs 09/22/2023

175 Esteban Batallán on Auditioning, Performing, and Passion – Backstage Pass Series 09/15/2023

174 Mind Over Finger with Drs. Renée-Paule Gauthier & Heidi Kay Begay 09/08/2023

173 Stewart Goodyear: Sound World 05/26/2023

173 Stewart Goodyear: Sound World I'm so excited to bring you a brilliant and thoughtful mind in this episode. Join me for this fascinating conversation with world-renowned pianist and composer, Stewart Goodyear. This is a conversation about music making that will take you beyond the nitty gritty of practicing and invite you into a universe of creativity and personal musical exploration. Stewart’s wisdom really sparked a profound reflection for me and I know you’re going to walk away inspired. MORE ABOUT STEWART GOODYEAR Website: YouTube channel: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: Spotify: Enrollment for the , is now open! In the, we cover everything from practice methods that work, to performance preparation strategies that have you perform with confidence, and mind management techniques that will remove all the obstacles and self-limiting beliefs that hold you back. BUT: you will go beyond just strategies and methods. You will get to the root cause of issues and . You will at every level of your music-making and of your life. If you’re ready to make big dreams, plans, and more happen in your musical life, book a call today at and let’s make it happen. As a VIP member, you will you receive my free guide to a highly productive practice, a transcript of each new podcast episode delivered to your inbox every week, and all the insider information about my coaching programs, including VIP prices on most of them. March bonus: get 10$ off the Performance Anxiety Solution when you join the mailing list ! Do you have specific questions for me or my guests you would like answered on the podcast? Share them with me ! Mind Over Finger Visit for resources on mindful practice and information on how to work with me. Sign up for my to receive your free guide to a highly productive mindful practice and to get the transcripts of the Mind Over Finger Podcast episodes delivered to your inbox. Join the Join the for access to my live videos and to exchange with a community of like-minded musicians. THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer who graciously provided the show’s musical theme: Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. /episode/index/show/mindoverfinger/id/26881191

172 Inner Mastery 05/19/2023

172 Inner Mastery In this episode, we finish our journey on the topic of mastery and we take a dive into the transformative power of presence, introspection, and self-exploration! Join me as I: ⭐ Discuss the significance of inner mastery for classical musicians ⭐ Explore the importance of looking inward, nurturing self-exploration, and cultivating presence in practice, in performance, and in life ⭐ Share techniques for nurturing presence, introspection, and self-exploration Enrollment for the , is now open! In the, we cover everything from practice methods that work, to performance preparation strategies that have you perform with confidence, and mind management techniques that will remove all the obstacles and self-limiting beliefs that hold you back. BUT: you will go beyond just strategies and methods. You will get to the root cause of issues and . You will at every level of your music-making and of your life. If you’re ready to make big dreams, plans, and more happen in your musical life, book a call today at and let’s make it happen. As a VIP member, you will you receive my free guide to a highly productive practice, a transcript of each new podcast episode delivered to your inbox every week, and all the insider information about my coaching programs, including VIP prices on most of them. March bonus: get 10$ off the Performance Anxiety Solution when you join the mailing list ! Do you have specific questions for me or my guests you would like answered on the podcast? Share them with me ! Mind Over Finger Visit for resources on mindful practice and information on how to work with me. Sign up for my to receive your free guide to a highly productive mindful practice and to get the transcripts of the Mind Over Finger Podcast episodes delivered to your inbox. Join the Join the for access to my live videos and to exchange with a community of like-minded musicians. THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer who graciously provided the show’s musical theme: Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. /episode/index/show/mindoverfinger/id/26881077

171 Mastery Pitfalls 05/12/2023

171 Mastery Pitfalls In this episode, we explore the common pitfalls that can arise on the path to mastery. From conflicting ways of life to obsessive goal orientation, over competitiveness, injuries, and more, we discuss how to recognize and overcome these challenges on the road to success. EXCITING NEWS! ®®® Enrollment for the , is now open! In the, we cover everything from practice methods that work, to performance preparation strategies that have you perform with confidence, and mind management techniques that will remove all the obstacles and self-limiting beliefs that hold you back. BUT: you will go beyond just strategies and methods. You will get to the root cause of issues and . You will at every level of your music-making and of your life. If you’re ready to make big dreams, plans, and more happen in your musical life, book a call today at and let’s make it happen. As a VIP member, you will you receive my free guide to a highly productive practice, a transcript of each new podcast episode delivered to your inbox every week, and all the insider information about my coaching programs, including VIP prices on most of them. March bonus: get 10$ off the Performance Anxiety Solution when you join the mailing list ! Do you have specific questions for me or my guests you would like answered on the podcast? Share them with me ! Mind Over Finger Visit for resources on mindful practice and information on how to work with me. Sign up for my to receive your free guide to a highly productive mindful practice and to get the transcripts of the Mind Over Finger Podcast episodes delivered to your inbox. Join the Join the for access to my live videos and to exchange with a community of like-minded musicians. THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer who graciously provided the show’s musical theme: Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. /episode/index/show/mindoverfinger/id/26810112

170 Energy: Charged Up for Success 05/05/2023

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