There is a lot more to music than playing the notes. In this podcast Kevin Miescke, founder of Mindful Musical Life, interviews musicians about their experiences with all forms of contemplative practice. We explore everything from yoga, meditation, and breathing techniques, to mindful exercise and much more. There is something new to learn with every episode, and you will discover that what often starts with the goal of improving one's performance on stage turns into something much more.
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There is a lot more to music than playing the notes. In this podcast Kevin Miescke, founder of Mindful Musical Life, interviews musicians about their experiences with all forms of contemplative practice. We explore everything from yoga, meditation, and breathing techniques, to mindful exercise and much more. There is something new to learn with every episode, and you will discover that what often starts with the goal of improving one's performance on stage turns into something much more.
The mental side of audition preparation with LA Phil cellist, Gloria Lum
The Mindful Musical Life Podcast
39 minutes 22 seconds
3 years ago
The mental side of audition preparation with LA Phil cellist, Gloria Lum
My guest this week is cellist, Gloria Lum. Gloria has been a member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since 1985, and in her 30 plus years with the orchestra has performed all over the world, and for many of the world’s best conductors. A frequent participant in the LA Phil’s Chamber Music series, she has appeared with André Previn, Emanuel Ax, Lars Vogt, and Joshua Bell. Gloria also currently teaches cello and chamber music at Occidental College.
In addition to her impressive performance career and reputation, Gloria is the founder of Audition Confidential, a program that helps cellists train more efficiently for auditions through detailed techniques and strategies, both musical and mental.
In this interview we discuss the inspiration for Gloria’s program, what she has seen in her many years serving on audition committees for the LA Phil, and how she helps students strengthen their mental approach to performance.
Gloria is a kind, passionate educator and mentor, and offers a lot of valuable advice for musicians at all stages of performance preparation.
The Mindful Musical Life Podcast
There is a lot more to music than playing the notes. In this podcast Kevin Miescke, founder of Mindful Musical Life, interviews musicians about their experiences with all forms of contemplative practice. We explore everything from yoga, meditation, and breathing techniques, to mindful exercise and much more. There is something new to learn with every episode, and you will discover that what often starts with the goal of improving one's performance on stage turns into something much more.
