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Flow state during vocal performance (last edited: 2025)

Veronika Akhmetchina
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This research explores the experience of flow state in classical vocal performance through a practice-based, autoethnographic study. The central research question is: Do I, as a classical singer, experience and harness flow state during performances, and does the level of flow state influence the quality of my performances? Four live performances were documented using structured diary entries, video recordings and the 13-item Flow Short Scale (FSS). While the FSS enabled consistent measurement across performances, the most valuable insights emerged from reflective journal entries. Flow appeared to be influenced by emotional framing (affirmation and visualisation), mental preparation, physical awareness and contextual pressure. Higher flow scores often coincided with greater focus, enjoyment and a sense of artistic presence. Findings show that flow is not a binary state but fluctuates during performance. Disruptions were linked to worry, distraction or technical stress, while moments of flow followed clarity of intention and readiness. Although the study does not offer generalizable conclusions, it suggests that increased flow may enhance perceived performance quality. Ultimately, this research affirms that flow is real and attainable in classical singing. With deliberate reflection and preparation, performers can better understand and support the mental conditions that allow flow to emerge.
typeresearch exposition
keywordsflow state, classical voice, performance, artistic research, performance artistic research
date02/06/2025
last modified02/06/2025
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copyrightVeronika Akhmetchina
licenseCC BY-NC-ND
languageEnglish
urlhttps://www.researchcatalogue.net/view/3737894/3737895


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