All-district tomorrow..help!?

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All-district tomorrow..help!?

hey i play the flute and i have all-district tomorrow. my private lesson teacher has told me that i have a lot of potential of doing well but may nerves my stop me. i tend to shake and close up my throat when i get nervous or play in front of people (have 100 flutes behind me doesn't help either). does anyone have a tips for relaxing?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: 1. Practice in front of a mirror
2. When you start to feel all that excess adrenaline, shake out your hands, jump up and down, get it out physically, then
3. Do slow deep breathing until you calm down
4. Use the rest for energy during your performance.

Good Luck!