to stressed when I play ...

[SaxPower]

Hi, I'm playing alto sax for 6 years now, and I have a problem ... when I practice, I'm too stressed !! I want to be perfect ( I think i'm perfectionism ) Can you help me with tips that can relax me ! When I'm relax... I play well !!

[Harri Rautiainen]

For starters read Neal Sharpe's article on Anxiety, Emotions and Performing Well:

http://www.saxontheweb.net/Resources/Performing-NSharpe1.html

This is the first part. Sequels will follow shortly.

Good luck,
-Harri

[SaxPower]

ok thanks a lot Harri !

[Mike W]

Also, you might read effortless mastery by Kenny Werner. I found it useful.

[Lyle]

Budwiser, in moderation.

[Manny]

I usually run up and down the C scale super fast to get relaxed; like your tapping your fingers on a table, for some reason I find it relaxing.

or you can clean your mouthpiece with paint thinner... :shock:

[saxophone_volume1]

Gooooo Effortless Mastery!!! Thats a very interesting book.