Flute 360 | Episode 353: "The Baby Metaphor That Will Change How You Practice Forever"
If you've ever played all the "right" notes yet still felt disconnected from your musical expression, this episode will change how you practice forever. In E353, I share a simple baby metaphor that has transformed the way my clients build emotional connection and artistic intention from the very first practice session.
Most musicians try to "add expression later," but that approach actually keeps the music from feeling alive. This episode gives you a new way to weave expression, story, and heart into your playing from day one—so your performances feel more honest, more expressive, and fully you.
What We Discuss:
- Why technically strong musicians still feel stuck or emotionally flat
- How academic training (and jury sheets) could shape our artistic habits
- The baby metaphor that helps you nurture expression from the beginning
- Why emotional connection can't be saved for "later" in the process
- How your life experiences influence colors, vibrato, and phrasing
- A simple mindset shift to build a deeper relationship with your repertoire
Main Takeaway:
Expression isn't something you sprinkle on top once the technique is done—it's part of the musical DNA. When you nurture your piece from the very beginning, the final performance becomes more convincing, more expressive, and more you.
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