18/06/2026
🎶 As We Approach Music Assembly & School Concert Season..🎶
One of the most common things we hear from students is:
🗣️ “I’m too nervous to perform.”
The truth is that almost every musician gets nervous before a performance. Those butterflies aren’t a sign that you’re not ready—they’re a sign that you care.
And here’s something important to remember: we still get nervous too.
In fact, Lydia is dealing with her own nerves right now! Next week, she’ll be marching in a parade whilst playing the saxophone—and let’s just say that marching does not come naturally to her! 😅
Rather than backing out, she is attending rehearsals, practising whenever she can, and even working on her about-turns at home. It’s definitely taking her outside her comfort zone, but that’s exactly the point. Growth happens when we challenge ourselves, not when we avoid things that make us nervous.
It can be tempting to say “no” to performing because it feels scary. But think about all the things in life you might have missed if you’d let nerves make the decision for you: starting a new school, joining a club, learning to swim, making new friends, travelling somewhere new, or later in life taking a driving test or attending a job interview.
We don’t avoid these experiences because we’re nervous—we take a deep breath and give them a go.
Performing is no different.
The most confident performers aren’t usually the people who never get nervous. They’re the people who have learned to perform despite their nerves.
Remember, your audience wants you to succeed. They’re not looking for perfection; they’re there to enjoy the music and support you. A wrong note is quickly forgotten, but the confidence gained from stepping onto that stage can stay with you for years.
So if you’re feeling nervous about an upcoming performance, know that you’re not alone. Trust your practice, take a deep breath and give yourself the chance to shine.
✨ You may find that the performance you were most worried about becomes the one you’re most proud of.
🎵 Courage isn’t performing without nerves—it’s performing despite them, so don’t let nerves make decisions for you. Let your preparation, passion and bravery take the lead.
