I think I would add that some nervousness can have a positive effect on any given performance. I do not mean that the singer should be shakeing like they have an earthquake in their pocket (this would, if anything be a rotten experience). I find, if I am a little nervous and keep it in control I have a much better performance than I do if I feel flat. It is also good to have different strategies on hand for dealing with nerves when they spring out of control. There are many visualisation and breathing techniques that one could use in order to help themselves fight off a nervous attack. My favourite (mainly because no one can tell I am doing it) is as follows...
Visualize a square (4 equal sides) Inhale for a count of 5 going up one side Hold for 5 going across the top Exhale for 5 going down the other side Hold for 5 going across the bottom
I do this 3 or 4 times. Its a yoga technique that I also use to increase breath capacity.
The only caution is that it shouldnt be used over a long period of time- the user might pass out - or er drift off Ahem...*grin* >Hope this helps :) Elly >
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