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The Mind Over Finger Podcast

Mar 27, 2025

You’re putting in the work, but something’s not clicking when it counts. Why does your playing still feel inconsistent—even though you’re practicing hard?

In this episode, I’m bringing two essential mindset and training shifts to the forefront—because these are the mistakes that keep talented musicians...


Mar 21, 2025

Many musicians feel stuck in a single career path, believing that success means following a traditional trajectory. But what if true success is about expanding, not staying locked into one role?

In this episode, tubist Jarrett McCourt shares his journey from performing with world-class orchestras to building a...


Mar 14, 2025

You practice, you prepare, but when it’s time to perform, your confidence vanishes. Why does this happen? In this episode, we break down the biggest myths about confidence that might be holding you back.

You’ll learn:

  • Why confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build
  • How...


Mar 7, 2025

In this episode, violinist Nancy Zhou shares her deep, thoughtful approach to music-making. She explores:

  • How interpretation goes beyond technique to storytelling
  • The importance of score study and stepping into the composer’s mind
  • How body awareness and movement shape musical expression
  • What musicians can...