Colin MacLeod celticfiddleguru.com here. I'm with Dr. Michelle Green in Puerto de la Cruz, accompanied by the natural sounds of waves hitting lava rocks. Today, we're discussing tips for musicians warming up to play the Celtic fiddle or violin, guitar and other instruments. Dr. Greenwell recommends exercises to calm the vagus nerve and relax the nervous system before a performance. This is crucial for musicians who get anxious before playing. She suggests turning your head side-to-side to loosen neck muscles, which helps when raising an instrument like a fiddle. A simple technique involves gently pulling down on your ear from top to bottom three times; this stimulates brain function and improves body awareness. Afterward, check if your range of motion has increased and any tightness has reduced-this can lead to better posture and deeper breathing while playing. Beginners especially will benefit from these practices as they establish good habits early on. These exercises are discreet yet powerful tools for enhancing musical performance. For more advice, visit Dr. Green at greenwellcentre.com or capebretontea.ca. Thanks to Colin for hosting this insightful session with Dr. Michelle Greenwell!
Colin MacLeod celticfiddleguru.com here.
I'm with Dr. Michelle Green in Puerto de la Cruz, accompanied by the natural sounds of waves hitting lava rocks. Today, we're discussing tips for musicians warming up to play the Celtic fiddle or violin, guitar and other instruments.
Dr. Greenwell recommends exercises to calm the vagus nerve and relax the nervous system before a performance. This is crucial for musicians who get anxious before playing. She suggests turning your head side-to-side to loosen neck muscles, which helps when raising an instrument like a fiddle.
A simple technique involves gently pulling down on your ear from top to bottom three times; this stimulates brain function and improves body awareness. Afterward, check if your range of motion has increased and any tightness has reduced-this can lead to better posture and deeper breathing while playing.
Beginners especially will benefit from these practices as they establish good habits early on. These exercises are discreet yet powerful tools for enhancing musical performance.
For more advice, visit Dr. Green at greenwellcentre.com or capebretontea.ca.
Thanks to Colin for hosting this insightful session with Dr. Michelle Greenwell!