You can't decide to win a competition — you can only decide to be good. Placings depend on who shows up, who judges, your spot in the order of play, even the weather. The work of winning and the work of being good are identical, so put your attention where you have control.
Prepare so that any tune selection makes you happy. At elite events you learn which piobaireachd you're playing only when the player before you goes on. I trained all year so that whatever slip of paper came out of the envelope, I felt zero hesitation.
The placing is the least valuable outcome of a competition. Record every performance. Your own reflection on preparation, your teacher's assessment of the recording, and the judge's sheet all teach you far more than the number you're handed.
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2024 Winter Storm Wrap Up
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16:53the five Judging medal from eight to silver🔒
23:10piobaireachd how your pick Q&A: judges🔒
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