Watch "25 Strategies for Note Reading, Reducing Tension, Memorizing, & Stage Fright": https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/training View Josh's premiere course, ProPractice Lifetime Access, and get instant access to every previous and future ProPractice video, forever! https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/propractice-lifetime-access-course View the VIP MasterClass Series here, featuring videos not seen on YouTube: https://joshwrightpiano.teachable.com/p/vip-piano-masterclass-series In this video, we discuss 5 tips (plus a bonus tip at the end for better mindset) on how to successfully start a piece when you're on stage. Many students come to a performance with ample preparation, but fail to begin their piece with success, often messing up the first measure or two which can lead to a lack of confidence in the rest of their performance. This video seeks to remedy that problem with some time-tested solutions I've used over the years in my own performing, as well as advice I've given to students to overcome this issue. I hope it helps in your studies! To view ALL of the gear Josh uses, click here: http://kit.co/joshwrightpiano To download Josh's FREE ProPractice video pack (which he released at the beginning of the COVID-19 quarantine to help pianists continue to develop their skills in the possible absence of regular piano lessons) containing full-length ProPractice tutorials in all levels of study (Early Beginner, Mid-Late Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels) click here: https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/free-propractice-video-pack 🔔 Subscribe for more videos like this: https://www.youtube.com/joshwrightpiano?sub_confirmation=1