Performing without Pain
It is not uncommon to occasionally experience muscle tension or discomfort while performing. Unfortunately, many musicians have been taught to "play through" the pain and that we cannot improve without at least some pain. However, if we understand the structure and function of an aligned skeleton, we are far more likely to live a long and healthy performing life.
The purpose of this site is to provide a safe and discreet resource for musicians of all experience levels who are experiencing tension or pain while performing. When we approach the performance process with an understanding of skeletal alignment, it allows the muscles to release and function at an optimal level.
Private/Semi-Private/Group Lessons
If you are interested in exploring new ways to approach your musical performance, please contact me. Your first lesson or semi-private lesson is free.
Dr. Amy K. Roisum Foley
Director of Bands
Amy K. Roisum Foley is currently in her ninth year as the Director of Bands and Associate Professor of Music at Minnesota State University, Mankato where she administrates and conducts the Concert Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and chamber ensembles. Her teaching also includes graduate conducting, undergraduate conducting, instrumental music education courses and applied clarinet. Roisum Foley has served as guest conductor and clinician for honor bands and festivals throughout Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Nebraska, North Dakota, Georgia, South Carolina and Canada.
Roisum Foley received her BM in music education from St. Olaf College, her MA in curriculum and instruction from the University of St. Thomas Aquinas and her PhD in Music and Wind Band Conducting from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Her additional studies include five courses in Postural Restoration; coursework in Body Mapping; private lessons in and extensive research on the Alexander Technique; study and lessons in performance dynamics with composer Michael Colgrass and research and application of Dalcroze Eurhythmics for Conductors. In addition, Roisum Foley apprenticed with mastercraftsmen, Charles B. Olson, Chris Blount and Dave Foley and is contracting with Custom Batons, Inc.
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