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Musician's Way : A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness by Gerald Klickstein (2009, Trade Paperback)
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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-100195343131
ISBN-139780195343137
eBay Product ID (ePID)71767259
Product Key Features
Number of Pages368 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameMusician's Way : a Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness
Publication Year2009
SubjectInstruction & Study / General, General, Instruction & Study / Theory
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaMusic
AuthorGerald Klickstein
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight17.6 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2008-043840
Dewey Edition22
TitleLeadingThe
ReviewsThis book is a rare example of clear, concise and useable information on music practice... If I read a better book on practice this year I'll be surprised!!, A masterful work, which I believe will quickly be recognized as the finest guide to the art of musical performance produced by our generation., "One of the most important books on musicianship in recent decades."--Joseph Docksey, Director, Lamont School of Music, University of Denver "I predict thatThe Musician's Waywill be an instant classic. It is the most useful, comprehensive book I have ever read on developing the skills of a successful performer. Every music lover - student, professional, amateur, and teacher alike - should own this book." --Jeffrey Solow, Professor of Cello, Temple University; President, American String Teachers Association "The entire music profession has received a great and much-needed gift from Gerald Klickstein.The Musician's Wayis a landmark and essential guide for every serious musician."--Barbara Lister-Sink, Professor of Piano, Salem College; author,Freeing the Caged BirdDVD "The Musician's Wayis the brainchild of an experienced and insightful teacher who has thought long and hard about how musicians can maximize their artistic success while coping with the stresses of music making. In clear and engaging language, the author leads us down the complex pathways navigated by musicians and provides sound directions at every turn." --Alice G. Brandfonbrener, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Founding Director, Medical Program for Performing Artists, Northwestern University Medical School "You owe it to yourself to read this book." --The Classical Guitar Blog "A wonderful tool for all aspiring musicians." --Music Ed Magic "A rare example of clear, concise and useable information on music practice...If I read a better book on practice this year I'll be surprised!!" --HowtoPractice.com "Mr. Klickstein presents so much helpful information that you will be itching to sit at the piano with his book beside you while you practice. . . . A tremendous resource that would benefit any music teacher." --MusicMattersBlog.com "The Musician's Wayis strongly recommended for its focus on mental imagery adn the role of the mind in effective practice...A holistic approach to teaching,The Musician's Wayshould be on the shelf of every aspiring professional musician and every serious music educator." --Clavier Companion "Klickstein covers the gamut of issues, tips, and ideas that make up the world of the serious musician. . . . Students hunger for this kind of knowledge." --Notes "Klickstein takes a common-sense approach and works his way through techniques for improving every aspect of a performer's life, from ways to memorise a piece to dealing with performance anxiety. . . . It's all very well thought through and an interesting read." --The Strad "A comprehensive guidebook from an experienced, insightful musician. . . . You must read this book." --Stringendo "Wonderfully thought-out and organized...a book to keep around and to constantly refer back to as you develop as a musician..."The Musician's Way" is a book that will benefit any musician. He touches on aspects of all performers, from guitarists to violinists to drummers to vocalists, and has plenty of tips for everyone...Regardless of what instrument you play or how long you've been playing or what level of musician you consider yourself to be, you will find a tremendous amount of beneficial material in this book. I can't recommend it enough." --David Hodge, GuitarNoise.com, the main strength of this book lies in the depth with which the author engages with the processes of practising and performing. The comprehensive way in which these topics are covered provides students with clear guidance to support many aspects of their musicianship., Klickstein covers the gamut of issues, tips, and ideas that make up the world of the serious musician... Students hunger for this kind of knowledge., Written in a light, conversational style...the many case examples bring reality to the text... A comprehensive guidebook from an experienced, insightful musician. If you think you know it all, you must read his book., An outstanding accomplishment... The Musician's Way should be on the shelf of every aspiring professional musician and every serious music educator., "One of the most important books on musicianship in recent decades." --Joseph Docksey, Director, Lamont School of Music, University of Denver "I predict that The Musician's Way will be an instant classic. It is the most useful, comprehensive book I have ever read on developing the skills of a successful performer. Every music lover--student, professional, amateur, and teacher alike--should own this book." --Jeffrey Solow, Professor of Cello, Temple University; President, American String Teachers Association "The entire music profession has received a great and much-needed gift from Gerald Klickstein. The Musician's Way is a landmark and essential guide for every serious musician."--Barbara Lister-Sink, Professor of Piano, Salem College; author, Freeing the Caged Bird DVD "The Musician's Way is the brainchild of an experienced and insightful teacher who has thought long and hard about how musicians can maximize their artistic success while coping with the stresses of music making. In clear and engaging language, the author leads us down the complex pathways navigated by musicians and provides sound directions at every turn." --Alice G. Brandfonbrener, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Founding Director, Medical Program for Performing Artists, Northwestern University Medical School "You owe it to yourself to read this book." --The Classical Guitar Blog "A wonderful tool for all aspiring musicians." --Music Ed Magic "A rare example of clear, concise and useable information on music practice...If I read a better book on practice this year I'll be surprised!!" --HowtoPractice.com "Mr. Klickstein presents so much helpful information that you will be itching to sit at the piano with his book beside you while you practice....A tremendous resource that would benefit any music teacher." --MusicMattersBlog.com "The Musician's Way is strongly recommended for its focus on mental imagery and the role of the mind in effective practice...A holistic approach to teaching, The Musician's Way should be on the shelf of every aspiring professional musician and every serious music educator." --Clavier Companion "Klickstein covers the gamut of issues, tips, and ideas that make up the world of the serious musician....Students hunger for this kind of knowledge." --Notes "Klickstein takes a common-sense approach and works his way through techniques for improving every aspect of a performer's life, from ways to memorise a piece to dealing with performance anxiety. . . . It's all very well thought through and an interesting read." --The Strad "A comprehensive guidebook from an experienced, insightful musician....You must read this book." --Stringendo "Wonderfully thought-out and organized...a book to keep around and to constantly refer back to as you develop as a musician...'The Musician's Way' is a book that will benefit any musician. He touches on aspects of all performers, from guitarists to violinists to drummers to vocalists, and has plenty of tips for everyone...Regardless of what instrument you play or how long you've been playing or what level of musician you consider yourself to be, you will find a tremendous amount of beneficial material in this book. I can't recommend it enough." --David Hodge, GuitarNoise.com "Engaging and well-written and a valuable resource for every performer seeking to develop their craft and maintain career longevity." --Psychology of Music "Provides a wealth of information that would otherwise take years to accrue." --British Journal of Music Education "Articulates both an artistic approach to attaining mastery of an instrument/voice and a practical approach to achieving professional goals....Uniquely holistic." --Philosophy of Music Education Review, I predict that The Musician's Way will be an instant classic. It is the most useful, comprehensive book I have ever read on developing the skills of a successful performer. Every music lover - student, professional, amateur, and teacher alike - should own this book., "One of the most important books on musicianship in recent decades."--Joseph Docksey, Director, Lamont School of Music, University of Denver "I predict that The Musician's Way will be an instant classic. It is the most useful, comprehensive book I have ever read on developing the skills of a successful performer. Every music lover-student, professional, amateur, and teacher alike-should own this book."--Jeffrey Solow, Professor of Cello, Temple University; President, American String Teachers Association "The entire music profession has received a great and much-needed gift from Gerald Klickstein. The Musician's Way is a landmark and essential guide for every serious musician."--Barbara Lister-Sink, Professor of Piano, Salem College; author, Freeing the Caged Bird DVD "The Musician's Way is the brainchild of an experienced and insightful teacher who has thought long and hard about how musicians can maximize their artistic success while coping with the stresses of music making. In clear and engaging language, the author leads us down the complex pathways navigated by musicians and provides sound directions at every turn."--Alice G. Brandfonbrener, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Founding Director, Medical Program for Performing Artists, Northwestern University Medical School, "One of the most important books on musicianship in recent decades." --Joseph Docksey, Director, Lamont School of Music, University of Denver "I predict thatThe Musician's Waywill be an instant classic. It is the most useful, comprehensive book I have ever read on developing the skills of a successful performer. Every music lover--student, professional, amateur, and teacher alike--should own this book." --Jeffrey Solow, Professor of Cello, Temple University; President, American String Teachers Association "The entire music profession has received a great and much-needed gift from Gerald Klickstein.The Musician's Wayis a landmark and essential guide for every serious musician."--Barbara Lister-Sink, Professor of Piano, Salem College; author,Freeing the Caged BirdDVD "The Musician's Wayis the brainchild of an experienced and insightful teacher who has thought long and hard about how musicians can maximize their artistic success while coping with the stresses of music making. In clear and engaging language, the author leads us down the complex pathways navigated by musicians and provides sound directions at every turn." --Alice G. Brandfonbrener, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Founding Director, Medical Program for Performing Artists, Northwestern University Medical School "You owe it to yourself to read this book." --The Classical Guitar Blog "A wonderful tool for all aspiring musicians." --Music Ed Magic "A rare example of clear, concise and useable information on music practice...If I read a better book on practice this year I'll be surprised!!" --HowtoPractice.com "Mr. Klickstein presents so much helpful information that you will be itching to sit at the piano with his book beside you while you practice....A tremendous resource that would benefit any music teacher." --MusicMattersBlog.com "The Musician's Wayis strongly recommended for its focus on mental imagery and the role of the mind in effective practice...A holistic approach to teaching,The Musician's Wayshould be on the shelf of every aspiring professional musician and every serious music educator." --Clavier Companion "Klickstein covers the gamut of issues, tips, and ideas that make up the world of the serious musician....Students hunger for this kind of knowledge." --Notes "Klickstein takes a common-sense approach and works his way through techniques for improving every aspect of a performer's life, from ways to memorise a piece to dealing with performance anxiety. . . . It's all very well thought through and an interesting read." --The Strad "A comprehensive guidebook from an experienced, insightful musician....You must read this book." --Stringendo "Wonderfully thought-out and organized...a book to keep around and to constantly refer back to as you develop as a musician...'The Musician's Way' is a book that will benefit any musician. He touches on aspects of all performers, from guitarists to violinists to drummers to vocalists, and has plenty of tips for everyone...Regardless of what instrument you play or how long you've been playing or what level of musician you consider yourself to be, you will find a tremendous amount of beneficial material in this book. I can't recommend it enough." --David Hodge, GuitarNoise.com "Engaging and well-written and a valuable resource for every performer seeking to develop their craft and maintain career longevity." --Psychology of Music "Provides a wealth of information that would otherwise take years to accrue." --British Journal of Music Education "Articulates both an artistic approach to attaining mastery of an instrument/voice and a practical approach to achieving professional goals....Uniquely holistic." --Philosophy of Music Education Review, Klickstein takes a common-sense approach and works his way through techniques for improving every aspect of a performer's life, from ways to memorise a piece to dealing with performance anxiety... It's all very well thought through and an interesting read.
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Dewey Decimal781.44
Table Of ContentPart One: Artful Practice1. Getting OrganizedArtful PracticeDefining PracticeCreating a Practice EnvironmentThe Five Practice ZonesPlanning Your PracticeScheduling Practice SessionsChoosing New MaterialSelf-Recording2. Practicing Deeply, Part IPracticing DeeplyHabits of ExcellenceEssentials of Artistic InterpretationMental ImagingWarming Up3. Practicing Deeply, Part IIThe Craftsmanship of PracticeStarting New MaterialManaging RepetitionSolving Problems4. Practicing Deeply, Part IIIRipening Your RepertoireTaking BreaksMemorization ConceptsMemorization Strategies5. Practicing Deeply, Part IVBuilding TechniqueUpgrading MusicianshipFueling MotivationCommitting to the Creative Process6. Musical CollaborationMusical CollaborationProfessionalismInteracting in RehearsalCorrelating Solitary and Group PracticeIgniting SynergyForming a Musical GroupPart Two: Fearless Performance7. Unmasking Performance AnxietyFearless PerformanceUnmasking Performance AnxietyThe Basic Anxiety EquationAnxiety's EffectsThe Roots of Performance AnxietyPortraits of Anxious PerformersCrafting Confidence8. Becoming a Performing Artist, Part IBecoming a Performing ArtistThe Heart of PerformanceThe Five Facets of PreparationPreperformance RoutinesBackstage Techniques9. Becoming a Performing Artist, Part IIStage DeportmentShaping Your Stage PresenceStarting and EndingHarnessing On-Stage EnergyConnecting with an Audience10. Becoming a Performing Artist, Part IIIDealing with ErrorsPostperformance RoutinesPracticing PerformanceEvaluating Your Progress11. Performing Like a ProPerforming like a ProThe Peak-Performance MythDesigning Concert ProgramsThree Model ProgramsCreating a Preparation TimelineAuditions and CompetitionsThe Recording StudioPart Three: Lifelong Creativity12. Injury Prevention, Part ILifelong CreativityMusicians and InjuriesCauses of InjuryWarning Signs and ResponsesInjury-Prevention BasicsRecovering from Injury13. Injury Prevention, Part IIBalanced Sitting and StandingMeeting Your InstrumentVoice CareHearing Conservation14. Succeeding as a StudentSucceeding as a StudentStudent-Teacher DynamicsAppreciating CriticismEmbracing Career ChallengesCounteracting Substance AbuseBoosting CreativityNotesSelected BibliographyIndex
SynopsisIn The Musician's Way, veteran performer and educator Gerald Klickstein draws on the latest research and his 30 years of professional experience to provide aspiring musicians with a roadmap to artistic excellence. Written in a conversational style, the text articulates landmark strategies that equip readers to advance their musical abilities and succeed as performing artists., In The 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 Way presents an inclusive system for all instrumentalists and vocalists to advance their musical abilities and succeed as performing artists.
LC Classification NumberMT75.K74 2009
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- Jul 09, 2019
Almost Everything You Need to Know Musically
Any musician who is serious about music and improving on your instrument and keeping the flame glowing around the desire to practice and grow really needs this book. Not written by an amateur but someone who knows the music blues and the ever present desire to give it up out of frustration. It's a guide to stay focused and make and keep a plan for practice and to get good enough to perform live. The chapter headings will say enough about what's inside. The topics are what every musician needs to know about practicing, memorization, preparation, anxiety, knowing your instrument and the live performance. You need to own this and make it part of your practice plan.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 09, 2023
Very, very helpful for those suffering from stagefright.
I found so many things in this book to be helpful. I am constantly referring back to many ideas mentioned. I finally have some hope that I don't have to endure this debilitating stage fright forever. I have the tools to work through it. I highly recommend this book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 14, 2018
good source of ideas
its a good book for professional musician.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
