Low recital performer numbers
I run a small home studio and also teach at a music school, and I'm noticing a steady drop in students who are willing to play in year end recitals. I don't make it mandatory, which I know is part of the problem, and I also tend to end up with sweet but slightly nervous, capable students. But even my older, more advanced players are kind of "meh" about it and never really commit. I want them to feel proud of their accomplishments during the year and show them off a bit at a recital.
Any suggestions for how to increase performance willingness without making it mandatory, just implied? I'm a very anxious performer personally but push myself to play in front of people because I know it's so good for me mentally and I want to get over those nerves.