Stop Fighting Your Body. Start Playing Like Yourself.
Perform Without Pain is a weekly online group program for musicians who are tired of tension & pain taking over. Learn to try easy instead of trying hard – and feel the difference in week one.
World-class Alexander Technique training for string players, pianists, guitarists, vocalists and other musicians experiencing tension or pain that disconnects you from your music.
Does this sound familiar?
- Carpal tunnel, tendinitis, or TMJ
- Focal dystonia or trigger finger
- Numbness or tingling
- That spot in your shoulder that never goes away
- Shorter practice sessions, fewer gigs, passages you avoid
The "Try Harder" Trap
Most of what we’re taught about technique actually creates tension:
“Hold it right.” “Stand up straight.” “Try harder.” “Do it perfectly.”
This approach treats your body as a problem to be fixed – something to force into someone else’s idea of “correct.”
But here’s what’s really happening: These injuries don’t come from repetitive use. They come from repetitive misuse – unconscious movement patterns that use far more tension than necessary.
You learned these patterns so long ago they feel like “just how you play.” But they’re not. They’re learned habits – and what was learned can be unlearned.
Research shows: Up to 84% of professional orchestra musicians report playing-related injuries. The Alexander Technique – which helps musicians release unconscious tension patterns – has been proven to reduce chronic pain, performance anxiety, and respiratory restrictions in controlled trials.
You don’t need more strength or flexibility. You need to stop fighting yourself.
From One Musician to Another
I know what it’s like to wonder if your body is the problem; to try everything and still feel like you’re fighting yourself every time you pick up your instrument.
- Professional violinist (25+ years)
- Certified Alexander Technique teacher
- Award-winning author of Soulforce
- Trained in nervous system regulation, body mapping, and parts work
- A musician who’s been through pain and out the other side
How It Works
Step 1: Discover What's Actually Happening
Book a free 20-minute Discovery Call. We’ll identify your specific tension patterns, talk about what you’ve already tried, and see if this approach is right for you. No pressure – just clarity.
Step 2: Learn to "TRY EASY" Instead of TRYING Hard
Over 8 weeks of one-on-one sessions, you’ll learn simple protocols that fit inside your existing practice – 10 minutes a day that compound into lasting change. Find real relief from week one.
- The Magic Pause: The 3-second reset that interrupts tension before it takes over
- Body mapping: Accurate anatomical understanding for your instrument
- Nervous system work: Breath, attention, and imagery techniques that calm reactivity
- Parts work: Understanding the emotional roots of your tension patterns
- Integration: Applying everything to your current repertoire
We’ll record every session so you can revisit lessons any time (many people listen 2-3 times for insights to land).
Step 3: Play Like Yourself Again
By the end, you’ll have the tools to catch tension before it takes over, the confidence to trust your body, and the freedom to say things on your instrument you couldn’t say before. Many musicians report playing longer, performing more calmly, and actually enjoying practice again.
Don’t let tension and pain get in the way of your music – start playing like yourself again with the Perform Without Pain program!
Choose Your Path
All plans include a free copy of Joseph’s award-winning book, Soulforce!
FOUNDATION — $147
Self-Paced Video Course-
Get Your Body Is Your Instrument, my complete Alexander Technique online course for musicians.
- 10 practical video lessons that cover everything a musician should know about playing freely.
- Learn at your own pace with lifetime access.
-Watch the first lesson free here. -
BONUS: A free copy of my award-winning book, Soulforce.
PERFORM WITHOUT PAIN STUDIO
⭐ Best for Community and Ongoing Support(or save $167 with annual plan: $997/year)
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Weekly Live Classes + Community
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- 4 live Zoom classes per month (Tuesdays 7:30-9:00 PM ET)
- Rotating themes: tension protocols, performance anxiety, body mapping, breath work
- Instrument-specific demonstrations (violin, piano, voice, more)
- Real-time Q&A and personalized coaching
- Private WhatsApp community for daily support and accountability
-Monthly office hours for technique troubleshooting
- Quarterly instrument breakouts with fellow string players, pianists, or vocalists
BONUS: Recording library of all past classes
BONUS: A free copy of my award-winning book, Soulforce -
Perfect for musicians who want ongoing guidance, community connection, and consistent progress without the 1:1 price tag.
No long-term commitment required. Cancel anytime.
ELITE 1:1 — $497/month
Premium Private Coaching(3-month minimum commitment)
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Everything in Release & Perform Without Pain Studio PLUS:
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- Two 60-minute private sessions per month (live Zoom, all recorded)
- Customized protocols for your specific tension patterns
- Deep-dive work on injury history, performance anxiety, or focal dystonia
- Instrument-in-hand coaching with immediate feedback
- Unlimited Loom video feedback on your practice recordings between sessions
- Priority messaging access for urgent questions or breakthrough moments
- Personalized protocol library tailored to your instrument and challenges
- First access to workshops, intensives, and special events
BONUS: A free copy of my award-winning book, Soulforce -
For musicians ready for transformation—not just tips. This is where we do the deep work together. Limited to 5 clients at a time for maximum attention.
FAQ
How much time will this take?
Beyond the 1:1 lessons, this program isn’t something you add – it’s something you weave into what you already do. 10 minutes/day inside your existing practice. Most people find it actually saves time because they’re not fighting themselves anymore.
I've tried Alexander Technique before. What makes this different?
What we do isn’t standard Alexander Technique. It’s holistic integration: AT + nervous system work + parts work + instrument-specific application, taught by a musician who’s lived it. My students report quicker and more permanent relief.
Can online lessons really work for Alexander Technique?
Yes. While online lessons don’t allow for Alexander Technique hands-on guidance, they do tend to create more resilient students. I have developed many powerful techniques that you can apply on your own without me actually being in the room. Each week, you will learn new tension-relief techniques you can use right away in your own practice and performances.
Will this work for my instrument?
Yes. While I am a violinist with deepest expertise in strings, I also work with pianists, vocalists, and wind players, and all others. The principles are universal and can be applied to any instrument.
WHAT'S REALLY AT STAKE
Without a new approach:
The cycle continues. Tension builds, you try harder, it gets worse. Practice becomes something you dread. Performances feel like survival. You start avoiding opportunities – turning down gigs, playing only when no one’s watching. Over time, the joy fades. You tell yourself “maybe this is just how it’s going to be” and quietly lower your expectations.
With this program:
Imagine picking up your instrument and feeling your body settle instead of brace. The shift you’ve been fighting for years happens without force. Your shoulders release. Your breath deepens. You play the first phrase and think: there I am.
Practice becomes something you look forward to. Performances feel like expression, not survival. You play longer without pain – not because you’re tougher, but because you’re no longer at war with yourself.
And maybe the best part: You feel at home in your body again. Not fixed. Not corrected. Just… yourself.
Ready to Stop Fighting?
Book a free 20-minute Discovery Call. We’ll talk about what’s going on with your playing, identify your tension patterns, and see if this approach is right for you. No pitch. No pressure. Just honest conversation.
Not ready to talk yet?
Get my free 17-page PDF guide “Playing Shouldn’t Feel This Hard! Five Misconceptions that Keep Musicians Stuck”
