Discussions on mindful music-making, efficient practice, and building a purposeful career with the performers, pedagogues, and innovators who are shaping the classical music world today! The Mind Over Finger Podcast is a resource for knowledge, insight, tips, tricks, and inspiration for musicians interested in learning more about practicing mindfully, performing optimally, and getting more intentional in creating a fulfilling musical career. We provide you with the tools to mindfully shift your musical practice from unconscious to deliberate, from paint-by-numbers to art by flow, from going through the motions to delightful play!
The Mind Over Finger Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Dr. Renée-Paule Gauthier
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266 episodes
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Discussions on mindful music-making, efficient practice, and building a purposeful career with the performers, pedagogues, and innovators who are shaping the classical music world today! The Mind Over Finger Podcast is a resource for knowledge, insight, tips, tricks, and inspiration for musicians interested in learning more about practicing mindfully, performing optimally, and getting more intentional in creating a fulfilling musical career. We provide you with the tools to mindfully shift your musical practice from unconscious to deliberate, from paint-by-numbers to art by flow, from going through the motions to delightful play!
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Recent Episodes
June 19, 2026
265 The Art of Pacing - Elizabeth Svoboda on Flow, Recovery, and Sustainable Excellence
Host Renée interviews science writer Elizabeth Svoboda about finding sustainable excellence through pacing, flow, and recovery.
May 22, 2026
264 You Don't Need More Time - How To Perform Under Pressure When Preparation Feels Impossible
Host Renée discusses how to perform under pressure when preparation feels impossible, exploring mindset and nervous system regulation.
May 15, 2026
263 What Winning The Audition Actually Took - My 90 Days of Preparation, Performance Training, And Building Trust Under Pressure
Host Renée reveals the 90-day preparation, performance training, and trust-building strategies that led to her major orchestra audition win.
266 total episodes available with 46 transcripts
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