Contribuições da teoria do fluxo para a preparação e a realização da performance musical

Abstract

This study examines how instrumental musicians can achieve a state of flow in their musical experiences, from performance preparation to the actual performance, based on Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s Flow Theory. Flow is a psychological state of mental and emotional immersion, marked by high concentration, enjoyment, and a balance between challenge and skill. The research aims to understand the factors that foster this state and how it manifests in musical preparation and performance. A systematic literature review was conducted using sources from ProQuest, CAPES Journals, and the author’s main works. The results indicate that the characteristics of flow, the types of activities that promote it, and the concept of the autotelic personality align with recent studies aimed at enhancing musical performance. Flow Theory thus proves to be applicable to the field of musical performance, contributing to both artistic efficiency and the emotional fulfillment of musicians.