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The article discusses several strategies to improve an individuals' ability to concentrate or stay focus during music performances. It cites that it is a standard practice to hold dress rehearsal for bands, orchestras, and solo performances especially those that have to be done from memory, which offers several benefits including experiencing the acoustics of the room and visualizing the people in the seats. Moreover, it notes that centered breathing is best for performing musicians who experienced excessive stage anxiety. Furthermore, it relates that it is useful to develop a coping plan in case of having mental block during performance.

This article presents results of the study "When Quantity Is Not Enough: Disentangling the Roles of Practice Time, Self-Regulation and Deliberate Practice in Musical Achievement". It discusses the method used in the study, the aspects of formal practice as predictors of musical achievement, the possible negative effect of mindless practice, and the high rate of overuse injuries among advanced and professional musicians.