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HELP I am freaking out - breathing

Author: jrain54
Date: 2017-10-16 12:02

Hello all,

I have an exam in just under 2 weeks and am struggling with breathing. I think it is a bit of a psychological thing too, like if I said to you don't think of a white elephant, what do you think of?

Same with my breathing. I've been having troubles the past few months.. I will get all tense around the throat area and will start 'playing from the throat' (I really have no other way to describe it) and I can't go through any of my pieces without stopping. It's a bit like an elephant thing - I know it's a problem for me, and it's a problem because I know it is, if that makes sense. It's the only thing I can think about (or should I say freak out about) when I play, and thinking about it makes it a problem.

Obviously this is a massive issue as I can't go into the exam unable to play a piece completely through. In all other aspects, I am fine on the clarinet and unfortunately this is a great hindrance on everything.

If ANYONE has experienced anything similar, or can provide tips for breathing or any sort of help that would be greatly appreciated!

Thank You!

Jess

Post Edited (2017-10-16 12:04)

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