Air · Breath · Presence
A simple four-count breathing practice.
Use this before playing to settle your breathing, release unnecessary effort, and prepare for a steady stream of air.
READY
four counts in · four counts out
Begin whenever you feel ready.
Before You Begin
Breathing Tips
Let the inhale stay easy and low in the body.
Keep the shoulders relaxed and free from tension.
Feel expansion through the ribs and back, not just the chest.
Release the exhale steadily and without force.
Focus on calm, supported airflow rather than volume alone.
Use the exercise to arrive, listen, and choose how you want the first note to feel.