InThe Musician's Way,veteran performer and educator Gerald Klickstein combines the latest research with his 30 years of professional experience to provide aspiring musicians with a roadmap to artistic excellence. Part I,Artful Practice,describes strategies to interpret and memorize compositions, fuel motivation, collaborate, and more. Part II,Fearless Performance,lifts the lid on the hidden causes of nervousness and shows how musicians can become confident performers. Part III,Lifelong Creativity,surveys tactics to prevent music-related injuries and equips musicians to tap their own innate creativity. Written in a conversational style,The Musician's Waypresents an inclusive system for all instrumentalists and vocalists to advance their musical abilities and succeed as performing artists.
Introduction Part I: Artful Practice 1. Getting Organized Artful Practice Defining Practice Creating a Practice Environment The Five Practice Zones Planning Your Practice Scheduling Practice Sessions Choosing New Material Self-Recording 2. Practicing Deeply, I Practicing Deeply Habits of Excellence Essentials of Artistic Interpretation Mental Imaging Warming Up 3. Practicing Deeply, II The Craftsmanship of Practice Starting New Material Managing Repetition Solving Problems 4. Practicing Deeply, III Ripening Your Repertoire Taking Breaks Memorization Concepts Memorization Strategies 5. Practicing Deeply, IV Building Technique Upgrading Musicianship Fueling Motivation Committing to the Creative Process 6. Musical Collaboration Musical Collaboration Professionalism Interacting in Rehearsal Correlating Solitary and Group Practice Igniting Synergy Forming a Musical Group Part II: Fearless Performance 7. Unmasking Performance Anxiety Fearless Performance Unmaskingl…
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