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The Secrets of Experts
Part 1 - Stretching Your Musical Memory Muscles
It’s not a matter of luck or chance. With methodic preparation, learning “by heart” can be easier and memory more secure, even if you don’t plan to play without the score. The second presentation explores different types of memory systems and ways for shoring up passages and remembering music for better confidence and stability in performance. We’ll also bust some myths around “blackouts” and explore the pros and cons of playing from memory in concert. ...Sign in to view if you have purchased access to this content or see purchase options below.
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Adina Mornell, classical pianist and recording artist, received her PhD in Music Psychology and Instrumental Pedagogy in Vienna. As professor at the music university in Munich, she conducts empirical studies in the field of musical performance science. Her teaching and research focus on deliberate practice, attentional focus and the intersection of neuroscience and music psychology. As a solo pianist, she has had several CDs released worldwide; her books and articles (in English and German) address performers and teachers.