Namoradze

‍Holistic Piano Practices

Pianist and composer Nicolas Namoradze, winner of the 2018 Honens International Piano Competition, is celebrated as a BBC Music Magazine Rising Star and Critics' Circle Pianist of the Year. A Juilliard graduate, he performs globally, composes acclaimed works, and teaches at Juilliard and CUNY, blending artistry with cognitive science.

In this session, Nicolas blends music and performance psychology to offer holistic training. Workshop will cover techniques like visualization, meditation, and kinesthetic exercises to enhance focus, resilience, awareness, and flow while relieving performance anxiety.

Nicolas Namoradze’s groundbreaking work integrates mindfulness, neuropsychology, and performance psychology to offer transformative tools for music teachers. Drawing from his extensive experience as a pianist, composer, and educator, Nicolas has developed innovative methods to enhance musicianship and performance through mental training and mindful engagement.

This presentation provides music teachers with practical strategies to support their students’ growth both in and beyond the practice room. Nicolas will share techniques for visualization, meditation, and kinesthetic exercises that enhance focus, mental resilience, and flow while reducing performance anxiety. Teachers will learn how to guide students in adopting these methods, fostering self-awareness and improved sensorimotor and aural skills.

In addition, Nicolas will introduce his concept of “mindful listening,” which combines mindfulness exercises with music appreciation to refine listening skills and deepen musical understanding. Attendees will explore ways to incorporate these techniques into their teaching, creating a more holistic and engaging learning environment for their students.

Rooted in years of research and personal experience, including studies in neuroscience and meditation, Nicolas’ approach equips music teachers with tools to address the cognitive and emotional dimensions of musical training. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to help their students build confidence, refine their artistry, and achieve more meaningful connections to music.This session is a must for educators seeking innovative ways to empower their students and enrich the teaching process.

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Pratiques holistiques du piano

‍Nicolas Namoradze, lauréat du Concours international de piano Honens en 2018, est célébré en tant qu'étoile montante par le BBC Music Magazine et pianiste de l'année selon le Critics' Circle.

‍Dans cette présentation, Nicolas allie musique et psychologie de la performance pour offrir une formation holistique. L'atelier abordera des techniques telles que la visualisation, la méditation et des exercices kinesthésiques pour améliorer la concentration, la résilience, la prise de conscience et la fluidité, tout en soulageant l'anxiété liée à la performance.