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I have always been extra about rehearsals-- in part, because I'm an AuDHDer but mostly because I have learned that rehearsals go much more smoothly when I come prepared. While I am not carrying a music store in my bag, I do have a dedicated rehearsal bag that helps me stay organized, cozy, and ready to work. Some of these items are obvious to the avid rehearser but some are things I learned to carry after being personally victimized by an inconvenient rehearsal situation. The

Before university, I never went to a concert— well except that one time when I was in high school. I went to see, at the time, my one true love, Prince Royce. Other than that, I was pretty much not a fan of concerts(come to find out, it has to do with my sensory sensitivities!) I actually never planned on attending any of them until my music 101 class required us to attend a concert from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. I was like fine so be it. It’s cool. My professor briefed

In passive listening, it is in the background versus the forefront. You are likely indifferent but at max, you are enjoying the music at face value. On the other hand, in active listening, you are interacting with the music deeply by not only exploring the different elements of music, but also research the music.

Hi, I’m Esperanza Salgado. I'm a flutist, composer, and educator passionate about reimagining how we connect with music. My journey with music has been anything but linear, and that’s what makes it meaningful. I believe music is more than just performance or technique—it’s a way of understanding ourselves and others. My mission is to create spaces where musicians can grow with confidence, compassion, and joy. This is what I do all day I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Music from t

If you are here, it is likely because you face the same problem and you have been googling for ages to find a remedy. You see, I have this thing called performance anxiety [updates: I've been diagnosed]— and no, it is not nervous jitters or a little stage fright. I have full-blown panic attacks and nervous breakdowns before performances, lessons, rehearsals, and sometimes even practice sessions. It was overwhelming and it made me want to quit every day. This obviously made it