The Empowered Performer
“It is true that anxiety is fueled by feeling out of control. The aim of this book is to help you gain control by being prepared musically, physically, psychologically, and spiritually - truly a holistic approach. By the end of this process, this journey, the nerves you now fear will transform into excitement, igniting your passion and fueling your soul.”
Conquer your performance anxiety for good.
As a singer who has gone from paralyzing stage fright to helping others break free, Stohrer has unique insights into the process and plenty of practical solutions to offer.
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"I found this an invigorating book, and very generous in its advice. One feels the author is really on side and trying to help, and the mood is always positive and encouraging but not prescriptive or controlling."
Anne Inglis, The Strad
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" ...language throughout the book is encouraging and supportive, emphasizing that readers are capable of achieving positive results—and deserve to do so."
Brian Manternach, Classical Singer Magazine
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"This volume offers excellent guidance for the journey toward becoming an empowered performer. It is highly recommended."
Debra Greschner, Journal of Singing National Association of Teachers of Singing
ALSO BY STOHRER:
The Performer’s Companion
Bringing a wealth of experience in performance anxiety coaching to bear on the subject, Stohrer has written an essential text for both instrumentalists and singers. The book approaches building performance confidence and overcoming stage fright from many angles: physical preparation, mental strategies, nurturing the artist within, optimum practicing, and the benefit of body work, especially the Alexander Technique. Written in an intimate, conversational style, the book combines information and recommendations with gentle humor and encouragement.
The Singer’s Companion
Providing both beginner & advanced students of singing with a basic, reliable, and readable introduction to the many issues focusing on training and maintaining a healthy voice. It covers all the fundamental issues faced by vocalists in all styles of music; including how to find a good teacher, work with a score, audition, and perform. Stohrer has written an essential text for students of singing; offering up-to-date, accurate, and accessible information that will be invaluable to singers and their teachers.
