ADVANCING PERFORMANCE & LEARNING
Welcome to the SPARK Practice Lab, resource library and collaborations in learning to advance the science of performance and performance preparation.
This ongoing project is to assemble resources for practice and develop research partnerships in studying practicing, performance, learning, neurological safety, self-regulation, and practicing for performance.

ADVANCING LEARNING WITH SPARK PRACTICE...
RESOURCES & LEARNING HOW TO LEARN
This ongoing project is to assemble resources for practice and develop research partnerships in studying practicing, performance, learning, neurological safety, self-regulation, and practicing for performance.

YOUR RESOURCES
FOR PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE
SPARK PRACTICE LIBRARY
SPARK Practice is centered around building the 3 Zones of Excellence (Mental, Musical, & Mechanical) using the unique SPARK Practice framework.
The SPARK Practice Pillars work to support each zone of excellence.
Please feel free to browse and contribute to the SPARK Practice Lab Resource Library.
- SPARK Practice Zones of Excellence
- SPARK Practice Formula
- SPARK Practice Pillars
- Sound
- Performance
- Attuned Intonation
- Rhythm
- Kinetic Integration
Learning a new way to think about practice and preparing for performance from a place of neurological safety is a big shift - and we’re ready to work together to bring about that shift!
Welcome to SPARK Practice.
SUBMIT YOUR PRACTICE STRATEGY FOR THE LIBRARY
Thank you for your contribution to the SPARK Practice Labs Library! Please include as much detail as possible with instructions, the Zone of Excellence the strategy adresses, and the SPARK Practice Pillar that you feel is the best fit.
⚡️❤️ Happy Practicing!

ADVANCING THE SCIENCE OF
LEARNING HOW TO LEARN & LEARNING HOW TO PERFORM.
What is a Research Partner?
How can my Lab partner with SPARK Practice?


HI! I’M SARAH NIBLACK, HEAD NERD AT SPARK PRACTICE
Even though I thought I learned how to practice in school, I sometimes had trouble with nerves and inconsistent performances. My world-class teachers and conservatories taught me to master my instrument, but NOT how to master my practice.
With SPARK Practice, I developed now-proven techniques for building in mental, musical, and mechanical mastery with neurological safety, and it helped me learn more from my mentors.
Now I feel confident in the practice room and on stage. For the first time I consistently enjoy performing - even in high-pressure situations.
Join me and other SPARK Practicers today. Let's play! 🚀
Sarah Niblack,
- Former DIV 1 Scholarship Rower
- CCM Viola Performance Scholarship Winner
- Professional Violist, High-Performance & Mindset Coach in Paris, France


NEXT STEPS
TOTAL PACKAGE PLAYER :
STRATEGIES FOR MASTERY
This 16-week class is your personal accompaniment through a full competitive training cycle. From full diagnostic assessments to a weekly progress plan with specific strategies, you’ll go from getting the music to audition-ready.
Your individualized training will be paired with SPARK Practice Intensives & Events, maximizing your individual plan with group motivation.
If you’re ready for this course, you are:
- Tired of spending money on auditions you don’t win
- Ready to put what you learn into bulletproof, science-based action
- Don’t want to spend the next few years trying to “figure it out” alone
- You’re ready for your catalyst for success
This course is only available to professional & some pre-professional musicians by application & interview selections. Sign up below to get on the waitlist.
I’M READY TO WIN MY AUDITION 🚀