High-pressure in music education
Understanding the phenomenon and empowering students
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21489928 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Oksana Komarenko (0009-0002-5417-3639, Ball State University), Gerardo Ramirez (0000-0003-1244-6598, corresponding author), Kristie Speirs Neumeister (Ball State University), K Neumeister (0000-0003-0593-6951, Ball State University) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Volume | 44 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 252-262 |
| Publication date | 2026-05-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | International Journal of Music Education (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0255-7614 • E-ISSN: 1744-795X |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/02557614241265907 |
| OpenAlex | W4401051659 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 54 |
Music education students frequently encounter high-pressure situations that significantly impact their performance and development. These scenarios, which range from public recitals to evaluative sessions, present both challenges and opportunities for growth. This paper examines the nature of these high-pressure environments and explores their effects on music students. We offer practical strategies and evidence-based techniques specifically designed for music educators. Our objective is to provide a comprehensive resource that equips educators with effective tools to support their students in excelling under pressure
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| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |