In this episode, John talks with Lucie Burns—author, musician, and performance coach—about the deeper emotional roots of performance anxiety. Lucie shares insights from her decades-long career helping singers connect authentically with their audience by shifting from fear to presence. This conversation offers practical tools for any performer looking to transform nerves into connection.

 

Episode highlights:

• Performance is a skill that requires as much practice as singing itself.
• Constructive self-talk—before and after a performance—is essential for growth.
• True audience connection comes from feeling the music, not overthinking it.

 

To learn more about Lucie, go to https://www.lucieburns.com/ and https://www.stagereadyartists.com/

You can find her on social media @lucieburnsperformancecoach

 

To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com