Performing in the Absence of Debilitating Anxiety: A Qualitative Analysis from the Perspective of Professional Western Classical Ensemble Musicians
Overview
This qualitative study explores the cognitive and schematic experiences of six professional Western classical ensemble musicians who perform without debilitating Music Performance Anxiety (MPA). Through semi-structured interviews, the authors identify themes related to early career development, pre-performance preparation, and in-the-moment focus. The resource is relevant for clinicians and researchers interested in understanding how experienced musicians manage performance anxiety and develop confidence.
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- Thomas J. Nicholl (The University of Sydney), Maree J. Abbott (The University of Sydney)
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- 2026-06-02
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- gold
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- 10.3390/bs16060896
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@article{allodium:5e9e2f161478486c,
title = {Performing in the Absence of Debilitating Anxiety: A Qualitative Analysis from the Perspective of Professional Western Classical Ensemble Musicians},
author = {Thomas J. Nicholl and Maree J. Abbott},
year = {2026},
journal = {PubMed Central},
doi = {10.3390/bs16060896},
url = {https://doi.org/10.3390/bs16060896}
}RIS
TY - JOUR TI - Performing in the Absence of Debilitating Anxiety: A Qualitative Analysis from the Perspective of Professional Western Classical Ensemble Musicians AU - Nicholl, Thomas J. AU - Abbott, Maree J. PY - 2026 PB - PubMed Central DO - 10.3390/bs16060896 UR - https://doi.org/10.3390/bs16060896 ER -
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Nicholl, T. J., & Abbott, M. J. (2026). Performing in the Absence of Debilitating Anxiety: A Qualitative Analysis from the Perspective of Professional Western Classical Ensemble Musicians. PubMed Central. https://doi.org/10.3390/bs16060896
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