Align Your Mind

In this episode, I talk to Mily Harrod, Arts Admin Career Coach. We talk about her jouney as a flutist, performer, and how arts administration changed her entire career and how she absolutely loves that she found this possibility. Listen for some inspiration and a discussion about the career paths we sometimes dismiss in music.Follow Mily on IG: @milyharrodIf you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we have Julee Kim Walker on the podcast! She is the Associate Professor of Flute at Texas A&M Commerce and a wonderful mentor to so many musicians. If you feel like you don't know exactly where to start when it comes to a career in music, this is a must-listen!If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, I tell you about the biggest breakthrough I've had with coaching, and exactly what changed the game for me. If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk all about your mindset and the mental chatter that happens when you're on stage performing! We talk about ways to eliminate it and ways to refocus the mind and practice this skill in the practice room. If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk about the thing that people suggest but never have the answer to... That is: how to get out of your own way. If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode we talk with Mark Wallace. He's a flutist who has worked in corporate America for many years. He talks about his fascinating journey and how being a musician can prepare you for ANY career!If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk about how to realistically set goals so you can build resilience in your life and career! If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode we are talking with Brice Smith! We have a great conversation about being vulnerable online, putting yourself out there, and ultimately having an amazing relationship with music and your instrument. Follow them on IG! @celestialfluteDr. Brice Smith has a deep passion for teaching and engaging communities through classical music. Smith held the Las Colinas Symphony Orchestra's principal flutist position and is a substitute for the Seattle, Milwaukee, Dallas, and Colorado symphonies. Additionally, Smith has performed with the New World Symphony Orchestra, 21st Century Consort, ÆPEX Contemporary Ensemble, and National Repertory Orchestra. Smith served as an Adjunct Professor of Flute at Adams State University and Assistant Artistic Director for Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music Flute Academy. As a soloist, he has performed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Longmont Symphony, Arkansas Philharmonic, University of Michigan Camerata Symphony Orchestra, 21st Century Consort, as well as other orchestras and bands. Additionally, Smith was a guest soloist for the National Flute Association's 50th Anniversary Convention Celebration, premiered solo flute works for the NFA Summer Series and the Gabriela Lena Frank Creative Academy of Music's "Gig Thru COVID."Additionally, Smith was a guest Gala performer for the 51st and 52nd NFA Convention. He is a founding member of the Boulder Altitude Directive (BAD Ensemble), a new music ensemble conducted by composer Dr. Carter Pann. Smith is a Trevor James Alto & Bass Flute Artist and Recording Artist for Alry Publications LLC. and the American Composers Alliance Inc.Smith has a rich and wide-ranging set of experiences in teaching, recruitment, scholarly research, and publication. He has given presentations and taught masterclasses and lessons for several institutions and universities, including his alma mater, the University of Arkansas, and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. During his D.M.A., Smith served as Artistic and Development Assistant for the Crested Butte Music Festival and Graduate Assistant and Student Engagement Specialist for the Entrepreneurship Center for Music director at the University of Colorado Boulder. Administratively, he has served as an executive board member for the Texas Flute Society, multiple NFA committees, Repertoire Specialist for Rachel Barton Pine's "Music By Black Composers" Organization,  Artistic Representative for Rollopollolo Press, and Assistant Artistic Administrative Director for CBMF, and Music Librarian for the Napa Valley Music Festival. As a competition adjudicator, he has served multiple panels, including the 2022 TFS Myrna W. Brown competition, NFA Alto Flute Artist Finalist Competition, 2021 NFA Junior Soloist competition, University of Iowa School of Music, and San Francisco Flute Society competitions.Smith completed a Doctor of Musical Arts in Flute Performance and Pedagogy at the University of Colorado Boulder with Christina Jennings, Masters of Music in Flute Performance and Chamber Music at the University of Michigan with Amy Porter, as well as a Performer Diploma at Indiana University under the direction of Thomas Robertello. Smith studied with Ronda Mains at the University of Arkansas, where he completed a Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance, Violin Performance and German language. Dr. Brice Smith is published in the July 2020 issue of the Flute View magazine for his article "Beauty With Intention: Expanding the Wealth of Flute Repertoire."If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, I give some advice I wish I'd known before going to music school. Based on a blog I wrote in September 2020.  Plus a bonus piece of advice that I've found to be crucial! If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

This is advice I've heard from some professionals: Self-doubt is good! It keeps you on track and motivated! -- We're talking about how this advice isn't for everyone and how to know when it's helpful and harmful.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

This week we talk about how to have healthy self-discipline so you can actually enjoy the process of working and practicing! If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk about why we're still musicians, why when our career paths are questioned we feel so strongly about what we do, and how to use that to create confidence for yourself. If you know in your bones that you're a musician and you just can't shake it, this episode is for you. If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk about a new concept (still in progress) all about creating a safe space to practice and create for yourself.

In today's episode, we talk about how self-help can be done in a way that is actually counterproductive. If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

Dominique Reilly is the Executive Director of Through the Staff - A non-profit organization that matches students who need lessons with teachers who need teaching experience. This is one of my FAVORITE conversations to date. We talk about paths in music that you can take that aren't "traditional" and still consider yourself a successful musician. Our chat is very real and I hope y'all enjoy! https://www.throughthestaff.org/Follow them on Instagram! If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

Today I give you two tools to decrease your anxiety levels in less than a minute. This episode is short and sweet but one of the most effective (if you ask me). Click here to get your Feelings list and 5 steps to process big emotions!If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk all about the four pillars of self-confidence. And how to use failure to gain confidence... 5 Steps for Processing Emotions and Feelings ListIf you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

We talk all about understanding emotions this week! One of my FAV topics! ❤️ Click here to download the 5-step emotions process and feelings list! If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk all about thoughts and facts. And how to use this concept to become aware of your mindset.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode we talk all about two pieces of common advice and unpack them.  1) "You should give up everything for your career"2) "You need to want it bad enough" Click here to submit more advice you've been given that we can unpack on the podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode we talk all about why teaching and learning scales at the college level can feel so…. difficult. And you learn what it means to practice for your future self.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk all about how to be your own authority in music school. And what that does for your confidence and overall well-being.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Preliminary Coaching Call! CLICK HERE Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this interview I talk with Morgan Pappas, music business extraordinaire! Morgan draws on her innate professionalism and organizational strengths to help musicians, artists and presenters actualize and elevate their creative visions. She is currently the Executive Director for Marsalis Mansion Artists, an artist agency representing a distinct selection of musical groups and talented artists.  Get Morgan's ebook: How to be Your Own AgentOr go to her website: www.morganpappasnyc.comIf you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Discovery Call: Click Here! Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

Today we are talking all about building a loving relationship with yourself! ❤️

In this episode, we talk about self-compassion and how to get you some! We go through some examples of self-witnessing and how to do so in a loving way. If you're used to being self-critical, this is for you, listen now! If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Discovery Call: Click Here! Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk all about the first step in cultivating a loving relationship with yourself. And what question to ask yourself to get to know how your brain is operating and why it's hard to accept yourself.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!Book a Discovery Call: Click Here!If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Discovery Call: Click Here! Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode we talk all about frameworks you learn in music school and should question and discard immediately.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! FREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-Talk Book a Discovery Call: Click Here! Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk all about Imposter Syndrome specifically in the context of classical music and the culture. And how to get yourself out of that mindset.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!Get in contact: chelsea@chelseatanner.comFREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-TalkBook a Discovery Call: Click Here!Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts!

In this episode, we talk all about imposter syndrome and where it stems from. And how to take out your BRAIN TRASH.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Be sure to rate and review on apple podcasts!

This episode is a re-release of a previous episode called Imposter Syndrome and is part of four-part deep dive into imposter syndrome. If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!FREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-TalkBook a Discovery Call: Click Here!

In this episode, we talk all about why chasing more accomplishments won't make you feel confident. And how to actively change your mindset without the hustle.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!Free Confidence Class with Chelsea TannerBook a Discovery Call: Click Here!Don't forget to rate and review!

Did you ever watch Who's Line is it Anyway? - Today we're adopting their tagline as the basis of reality... because it is. Everything is made up and the points don't matter.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!FREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-TalkBook a Discovery Call: Click Here!Rate and review this podcast!

In this episode, we talk all about all of the things that we don't put in our bios and why that is the stuff that matters.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!FREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-TalkBook a Discovery Call: Click Here!Rate and review if you liked the podcast!

In this episode, we talk about zooming out of our identities as a way to relieve some negative emotions about ourselves.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Don't forget to rate and review on apple podcasts!

A must-listen for all classical musicians. There's a reason most of us constantly think we aren't good enough or doing enough. And it isn't because your brain is broken, it's the culture.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word! Book a Discovery Call: Click Here!FREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-Talk Rate and review this podcast!

In this episode, we talk all about self-sabotage and how it can show up in auditions. You'll get tips on how to notice it when it's happening, and how to stop it in its tracks.If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!FREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-TalkBook a Discovery Call: Click Here!Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts if you like the show!

In this episode we talk all about things we all need to normalize in classical music. And how to normalize them for yourself first! It's an inside job after all. If you enjoyed this episode, or you have been enjoying this podcast, tell a friend about it! I'd love to spread the word!FREE GUIDE: How to Stop Your Negative Self-TalkBook a Discovery Call: Click Here!Join the party on Instagram!Rate and review this podcast!

This week we talk about why make-believe is essential to reaching your goals and how to deal with a brain that is full of self-doubt ✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨Follow Chelsea on Instagram: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved! 

Today I talk about having your own back, what that means, and why it is so important! ✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved! 

This is the BEST practice advice I've come across. It isn't more time management or a new method. Listen to find out how neutral language in the practice room could be the key to ending your frustration AND more productivity.✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved! 

This week we talk about handling hard days. This is easier said than done!How to treat yourself well in the face of self-criticism. ✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved! 

Today I talk with Taylor Rossi! She is a photographer, web designer, and flutist, and ALSO one of my clients. She is such an example of what's possible through mindset coaching. If you're interested in working with Taylor you can find her info below: @thetaylorrossi on Instagramwww.taylorrossiphotography.comIf you're interested in mindset coaching, book a FREE discovery call! Click here to book your call!Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved!

This week is all about how to handle disappointment without having it derail your career and your mindset. ✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved!

This is THE episode to listen to if you struggle to feel "good enough." This is such a common thing to think and feel, and I dive into how it ONLY works against you in this episode!✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved! 

We all have stories about some really negative feedback we've gotten in the past. We tend to take those things and hold on to them for a really long time. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place! ✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved! 

We've all heard the phrase: What you do is not who you are. BUT - What if it kind of is? For many musicians we dedicate our lives to our craft, it becomes a vehicle of expression for us. So, how is it not who we are? This episode is my take on that whole issue. I talk about how I almost quit flute last year and how I found my way back. ✨ Click here to book a discovery call ✨ Follow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerwww.chelseatanner.comSubscribe and rate if you feel so moved! 

In this episode, Chelsea talks to Gaby Castro, clarinetist, video producer, entrepreneur and so much more! They talk about the "taboo" and how embracing a new facet of your playing and putting yourself out there can set you free professionally in the classical music world. Follow Gaby: @gaberoo on InstagramFollow Chelsea:@_chelseatanner on Instagram

Today I talk with Cory Barger, bassoonist, and practice expert! Sign up for Cory's class on Feb. 10: How to perform with consistency and confidence without practicing 6 hours a dayClick here to sign up for this free class!Follow Cory on Instagram: @practicehappierCheck out her website: www.practicehappier.comFollow Chelsea on IG: @_chelseatannerCheck out the website: www.chelseatanner.com 

Have you ever felt frustrated in the practice room because you think you should already be able to play something? I know I have, and this is something a lot of musicians feel. If this sounds like you, this episode is a must-listen. Link to Blog: Building vs. FixingInterested in taking this work further with one-on-one coaching? (like private lessons for your mindset) email me at chelsea@chelseatanner.com and set up a free consult. Have a beautiful week! 

This week Chelsea interviews Charlotte Darr, financial counselor, musician, and amazing human. Charlotte is the founder of the financial wellness company Save Live Thrive. Links to Charlotte's Work: Website: www.savelivethrive.comInstagram: @savelivethrivePodcast: Thrive With Money PodcastAlign Your Mind is hosted by Chelsea Tanner, flutist and mindset coach. Interested in learning more about mindset coaching for musicians? Website: www.chelseatanner.comInstagram: @_chelseatanner

Season 2 is about to kick off in January 2022! This season is all about the mindset of being a musician. We will have expert guests who talk with us about mindset, money, practicing, and so much more! Let's kick off 2022 the right way! www.chelseatanner.com