The Confident Musicianing Podcast
Want to get better at your music auditions? You CAN transform the way you audition and The Confident Musicianing Podcast guides you through it.
I’m Eleanor, and together we dive into concrete strategies for the before, during, and after of your audition process so that you can be better prepared and crush that performance! If you’re a music student ready to revolutionize your auditioning, let’s jump in. Tune in every Tuesday for another insight-filled episode; see you there!
Episodes
104 episodes
Let's Talk About Rejection As Musicians
Rejection can hurt; here's how I work through it.Use code ELEANOR15 for 15% off your Notabl_ practice journal, and level up your focus in your sessions! Click here for your journal. I onl...
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17:43
How Musicians Can Use Hobbies To Refuel Creativity
Hobbies are so important, even to musicians. Today we dive into how you can implement them in your life.Use code ELEANOR15 for 15% off your Notabl_ practice journal, and level up your focus in your sessions!
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21:51
Managing Chronic Ilness As A Musician
After wearing a brace on my Instagram, you guys asked what it is, and so today we are diving into my experience with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome as an oboist.
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15:26
My Gift To You For The 100th Episode
We made it to 100 episodes! I am so incredibly grateful to you for being here, and as a way to say thank you, I have made you 3 playlists specifically about certain aspects of 'musicianing.' Here they are:All About Music Practice: <...
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Episode 100
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12:00
How to Dress Effectively to Perform and WHY IT MATTERS
When the audition criteria says "wear something comfortable," you might wonder what that means. Today we are breaking down not only why what you wear matters, but also how to use clothes to perform your best. This episode has an acc...
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Episode 98
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19:01
How I Make The Most of My Lessons Through Note-taking
Ever since I started taking notes after my lessons, I have gotten more out of my lessons and it has helped my growth as an oboist. Here is how I do it.This episode has an accompanying
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Episode 97
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20:14
Why Skipping Practice Can Be The Smartest Choice
When I was unwell, I didn't practice. Here is how I showed myself compassion during this time of being unwell. Use code ELEANOR15 for 15% off your Notabl_ practice journal, and level up your focus in your sessions!
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Episode 96
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14:41
How to Rekindle Childlike Joy In Your Playing
I recently went to Edinburgh to do an event where I shared the oboe with younger students. Here's what I learned from it and what it taught me about creating joy in playing.This episode has an accompanying
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Episode 95
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20:59
Mental Practice: How to Practice Without Your Instrument
Mental practice has been so helpful for me in honing my mind in the practice room. Here's how I do it.This episode has an accompanying
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Episode 94
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21:20
Stage Confidence For Musicians
Ever struggle with your stage confidence? Me too! We've all been there. Here are some stage confidence tips that I use. Here's a recent episode about how I learned the r...
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Episode 93
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21:09
Here's How I Learn Repertoire Fast and Confidently
I recently had to prepare a piece for a performance class in a really short amount of time. So I decided to do an experiment. I tested some practice methods for learning a piece quickly to see if they would work in time for me to perform. The r...
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Episode 92
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21:15
Finding Fresh Joy in Pieces You’ve Played to Death
Ever picked up a piece you've played before and struggled to find a fresh spark? Here's how I keep my pieces fresh and interesting!This episode has a blog post to go with it.
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Episode 91
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17:31
From Paris Boats to Fringe Nights to a Week In Bed: A Musician’s Real Summer
Let's sit down, and have a cozy chat about the ups and downs of my summer.There is a blog post that goes with this episode.
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Episode 90
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15:57
Practice Rooms, Mental Health, and Playlists: Starting My Second Year At Music School
I am embarking on my second year at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. First year was a roller coaster ride. Upon reflection of the past year, here are three things I'm doing differently for second year.This episode has an a...
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Episode 89
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14:08
I Performed In Paris! Here's how it went
This was an amazing opportunity and I'm so happy to share it with you! I was invited by Buffet Crampon, the company that makes my oboe, to perform in Paris for their 200 year anniversary. Here's how it went.This episode has an accompanyi...
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Episode 88
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19:02
3 Ways to Spark That Practice Motivation
Wanna get motivated this autumn? Here are 3 ways to spark that inspiration!This episode has an accompanying blog post. Click here to read!
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Episode 87
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13:08
3 Things To Prep For The New Academic Year
The next academic year is approaching! Whether that is high school, university, or conservatoire, here are 3 things to prepare for it.This episode has an accompanying
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Episode 86
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17:50
Takeaways From My First Summer Orchestra Course
This was a week long course full of intense rehearsals and a ton of fun. Today we talk about the ins and outs of my experience!This episode has an accompanying
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Episode 85
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16:44
"Am I Doing Enough This Summer?"
That is a question that most musicians have asked themselves. Today we tackle that question and the idea of "enough."This episode has an accompanying
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Episode 84
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17:10
The Power of Hello: Why Musicians Should Always Introduce Themselves
Why should musicians introduce themselves to each other? Networking is so important. Here is the story of how an introduction turned into a really exciting opportunity.
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Episode 83
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13:01
Orchestral Tea Etiquette?! Culture Shocks From The US To The UK
When I moved to the UK to study music, there were a few things that I wasn't expecting. Here are some musical culture shocks about the UK.This episode is available as a
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Episode 82
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20:23
How I Am Managing My First Summer Without Weekly Lessons
At first it felt overwhelming -- how was I going to direct myself without the guidance of weekly oboe lessons? After a good number of weeks in, I've started to find routine without that guidance, and I've had some interesting realisations about...
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Episode 81
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18:09
Jazz, Jobs, and Journaling: How I Am Creating Structure In My Summer Months
Summer can be so unstructured. Here is how I am creating structure in my musical journey this summer.This episode is available as a blog post...
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Episode 80
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19:36