The Art of Practicing: A Guide to Making Music from the Heart
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| Rating | : | 4.18 (648 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0609801775 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 288 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-08-12 |
| Language | : | English |
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Heyo! said Fantastic Guide to Improve Playing. I absolutely loved this book. The beautiful thing about is that a lot of it might be intuitive, but we forget these little things we can do to make our playing even better. I loved how the author wrote in a way that didn't leave the reader burdened by complex theories or terms, but rather give thorough advice that's easy to follow. My playing has already improved just by following some simple practices laid out in this book.. I'm impressed. rnaple I'm just staring learning piano. I'm 53. Did play a couple instruments in school band.I'm extremely impressed with this book. Even though she is highly trained. Knows much. Works with many highly trained musicians and singers. The book is very straight forward. Unpretentious. Loads of info. This book is so good. It motivated me to give up on teaching myself, and go find a really good teacher.Some might not like talk of yoga, and meditation. Why do you think so many people run marathons? It's the meditation. There is nothing wrong with meditation. Yoga. "A must-read for performing musicians" according to E. Lewis. This book addresses all facets of music-making: physical, spiritual, intellectual, and encourages instrumentalists to express themselves and enjoy performing.
From Library Journal In an attempt to address the basic aspects of practicing and interpreting, this book includes both the physical and the spiritual. of TorontoCopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. For other instruments and voice she relies, unquestioningly, on the opinions of others. Instructions are given for stretching exercises to relax and flex the body and for meditation to prepare the mind, often addressing both physical and interpretive problems through a combination of both approaches. . For larger coll
This landmark book enlightens amateur and professional musicians about a way of practicing that transforms a sometimes frustrating, monotonous, and overly strenuous labor into an exhilarating and rewarding experience. Acclaimed pianist and teacher Madeline Bruser combines physiological and meditative principles to help musicians release physical and mental tension and unleash their innate musical talent. She offers practical techniques for cultivating free and natural movement, a keen enjoyment of sounds and sensations, a clear and relaxed mind, and an open heart and she explains how toPrepare the body and mind to practice with easeUnderstand the effect of posture on flexibility and expressivenessMake efficient use of the hands and armsEmploy listening techniques to improve coordinationIncrease the range of color and dynamics by using less effortCultivate rhythmic vitalityPerform with confidence, warmth, and freedomPhotographs show essential points of posture and movement for a variety of instruments.