Episode 88: Exploring the Freedom and Calm of Performing Music with Jennifer Roig-Francoli

Music for The Soul Podcast

Stress can play a large role in musicians lives. From expectations of how they will perform during events to personal anxiety about venues or songs, how can we find calm and peace when creating and performing music. Well we are so blessed to welcome Jeniffer Roig-Francoli to this week's episode of the Music for the Soul Podcast. Jennifer is an award-winning violinist who has performed on some of the biggest stages throughout the world. She shares with us the unique technique she learned that helped teach her to play the violin, and how it can be transformational for young kids that are learning to love playing music. Jennifer also talks about the freedom that playing music can offer to children, teens, and adults in a world where we are always connected to screens. Finally, Jennifer talks about what inspired her to begin holistic teaching of anxiety reduction for musicians that struggle with fear, worry, and regret. She was so passionate about this project, she has written a new book, Make Great Music with Ease!: The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life, which you can find the link for down below. If you are someone who is struggling with centering yourself in the moment and overcoming anxiety, we would highly encourage you to listen to this episode. Who is Jennifer Roig-Francoli? Jennifer Roig-Francolí is an award-winning musician and double-certified Alexander Technique teacher. As the creator of The Art of Freedom® Method for conscious living and masterful artistry, Jennifer combines her extensive professional experience with a lifelong love of meditation and perennial wisdom. Her unique pedagogical approach, offered online since 2012 and exclusively touch-free since 2018, has empowered countless musicians with reliable tools to break through obstacles to personal and professional fulfillment and success. Jennifer’s career as a modern and baroque violinist has taken her to concert halls around the world, including solo performances at Carnegie Hall and collaborations with esteemed orchestras like the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Berlin Symphony Orchestra. She was honored as a “Rising Star” by TIME magazine and has held the positions of Concertmaster and Associate Concertmaster in various ensembles, including the Grammy Award-winning ensemble Apollo’s Fire. She can be heard on recordings with Apollo’s Fire and as a soloist on most digital streaming platforms.

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Our listeners can learn more about Jennifer and get in contact with her on her website at the link here: https://www.artoffreedom.me

You can also check out her book, Make Great Music with Ease!: The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life, at the Amazon link here: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Great-Music-Ease-Performance-ebook/dp/B0CLL1LBWR?ref_=ast_author_mpb