Empathy in Piano Duet Rehearsal and Performance

This article explores the concept Swirl Decorations of empathy within the construct of the piano duet.Analysis of data created through reflective writing following each of eight rehearsals revealed bodily, verbal, emotional, and cognitive empathy concerning increasing instinctive understanding and tacit communication, unspoken conflict resolution, and the development of creative empathy in relation to the piece of music being rehearsed.The findings highlight the importance of empathy in developing fluidity of roles in rehearsal and Detergent Drawer Front in the creation of a "safe space" for musical collaboration.