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A Quiet Mind: The Key To Musical Performance, Rebecca Ann Percy
A Quiet Mind: The Key To Musical Performance, Rebecca Ann Percy
EURēCA: Exhibition of Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement
In this day and age, many people believe they can multitask. From texting and driving to watching television while studying for a test, we always want to accomplish many things at once. Musicians often try to multitask while practicing their instruments. They think about breathing, articulation, jaw movement, finger technique, and more. However, research has proven that multitasking is impossible. According to Christine Rosen in “The Myth of Multitasking,” time and efficiency are actually lost while the brain decides which task to perform. Practicing with a “quiet mind” will lead to peak performance and avoid the detrimental effects of trying …