Music Performance Anxiety: Symptoms, Causes, Coping Strategies

Music performance anxiety can be characterized by higher level of anxiety and fear of failure in front of an audience. Recent studies reveal that music performance has negative effects on performer and performance quality. This is also confirmed by previous findings in the literature. The present study thus seeks to provide a synthesis of studies on music performance anxiety which has significant effects on all areas and levels of music education along with symptoms, causes and coping strategies of music performance anxiety. It is anticipated that this study will raise awareness in academicians conducting research studies on music performance anxiety and music teachers so that they will be aware of the prevention and coping strategies of music performance anxiety among students