Greetings! My name is Sean Reusch and I am a member of Local 325 Musicians Union in San Diego, CA. I am writing to thank you for the article that you published in the International Musiciain’s paper called “Don’t Call it Stage Fright: New Thinking About Music Performance Anxiety,” by Dr. Patrick Gannon (Dec 2015, pg 16). I am a professional trombonist and I perform in various musical genres throughout southern California. I have worked very hard on performing my best using various techniques for many years (ie. more efficient practicing, mental rehearsals, positive thinking, diet, exercise, centering, and mock auditions). Although all of these things helped my playing improve, sometimes I felt like I didn’t perform my best when it counted most (especially solo recitals and auditions). I contacted Dr. Gannon after reading his article and worked with him via Skype using the EMDR technique. I can’t begin to tell you about the amazing results that followed our sessions together. Through the use of EMDR, Dr. Gannon helped me free up old thoughts and feelings so I could perform in a relaxed and focused manner and play my best when it counts. Working with Dr. Gannon was really life-changing for me. I encourage any musician who feels limited by their performance anxiety to contact Dr. Gannon – they won’t be sorry!
