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Scott Kritzer is a professional classical guitar artist, performer, teacher, and creator of a systematic guitar training method for players of every level. Kritzer and his students' share their experiences and expertise here. Classes, workshops, and conferences are available online and in person in the Portland, Oregon, area and through traveling programs and workshops across North America.
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Performance Preparation
As we prepare for the upcoming Kritzer Studio Recital and Classical Guitar Immersion I thought I would let you in on how I like to prepare for performances. I hope you find this blog helpful. Part of what will make this work is if you add your comments on some of the ideas that I’ll Read More
Performance Anxiety Q & A with Scott Kritzer
Performance anxiety affects nearly every performer, some learn to overcome it, others continue be subject to it’s affects. I suffered greatly from the affects of PA and finally found solutions that are simple and consistent. Join me on Saturday, March 24th from 2:00-3:00 PDT for an informal open discussion on the topic. All instruments welcome! Read More
Posted in Concerts and Events, Guitar Tips, Performing Skills
Tagged andres segovia, classical guitar, classical guitar immersion, classical guitar lessons, guitar, guitar class, guitar concert, kritzer method, learning guitar, nerves, performance, performance anxiety, performing, scott kritzer
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Kritzer Studio Opening Report
It was an exciting night – thanks everyone for your participation. It was a nice mix of students, friends, and fans! I welcomed everyone in the main area of the building, and shared some of the upcoming events. Part of what made this evening special was the performance I was able to share with Read More
Posted in Concerts and Events, Kritzer Studio News
Tagged classical guitar, classical guitar concert, classical guitar immersion, classical guitar lessons, classical guitar technique, guitar class, guitar master classes, jack kritzer, kritzer method, learning guitar, michael lorimer, performance anxiety, performing, technique
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Possible Cure for the Musician’s Nervous Hand Shakes
One of the great benefits of Classical Guitar Immersion is the collective knowledge and experience that the participants add to the week-long event. In fact, it’s an integral part of the ‘immersion’ experience. This happens informally, with chats on the way to the dining hall, or at night by the fireside, or in our ’round Read More
Kritzer Studio 2012 Student Recital
Nothing helps shape our practice than an upcoming performance so let’s start talking about your involvement in this spring’s Kritzer Studio Student Recital. What piece(s) would you like to perform? Perhaps you want to brush up an old set of pieces or learn something new. Now’s the time to make the plan! Once we determine Read More
Performance Anxiety Rehab (PAR) PODS
The popular informal performance gathering of PAR PODS begins again this fall on Wednesday, September 14th at 7 pm at St. Matthew Lutheran Church located on Canyon Road, east of Hwy 217 in Beaverton. Those who have taken my Performance Anxiety Rehab Workshop (PAR) are familiar with the concepts that we work towards in these Read More
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Tagged concerts, guitar, nerves, performance, performance anxiety, performance anxiety rehab, performing, stage fright
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Thoughts on Performance Anxiety
The following is a recent post on the DelCamp Classical Guitar Forum in response some threads on Performance Anxiety. This was a response to using beta blockers and other ideas for helping with PA. Seems there might be interest in another PAR Workshop this fall (moved up from next Spring). If you want to keep Read More
