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The Art of Practicing

Author	: Madeline Bruser
Publisher	: Harmony
Release Date	: 1997
ISBN 10	: UOM:39015043256166
Pages	: 296 pages
Rating	: 4.9/5 (54 users)

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Download or read book The Art of Practicing written by Madeline Bruser and published by Harmony. This book was released on 1997 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This wise and timely 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. For a great many musicians, poor practice habits destroy the joy of making music and cause tension, strain, and disabling injuries. Acclaimed pianist and teacher Madeline Bruser 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. Conveying deep personal understanding of the musician's working life, The Art of Practicing deals with common problems that arise, including impatience, distraction, anger, and stage fright, as well as posture, phrasing, motivation, memory, and other issues that every musician must address to develop his or her skill to its highest level.

The Art of Practicing

Author	: Madeline Bruser
Publisher	: Crown
Release Date	: 2013-06-19
ISBN 10	: 9780307833747
Pages	: 288 pages
Rating	: 4.0/5 (337 users)

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Download or read book The Art of Practicing written by Madeline Bruser and published by Crown. This book was released on 2013-06-19 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated guide for the amateur and professional musician that teaches us how to transform practicing from an often laborious activity into an exhilarating and rewarding experience Foreword by Yehudi Menuhin • “Give this book to any musician you love and to any person who loves what music does for them and for the world.”—Richard Stoltzman, clarinetist In The Art of Practicing, 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 to: • Prepare the body and mind to practice with ease • Understand the effect of posture on flexibility and expressiveness • Make efficient use of the hands and arms • Employ listening techniques to improve coordination • Increase the range of color and dynamics by using less effort • Cultivate rhythmic vitality • Perform with confidence, warmth, and freedom Complete with photographs to show essential points of posture and movement for a variety of instruments, this is the definitive guide to turning practice from a sometimes frightening, monotonous chore to a fun, fulfilling activity.

Making Music at the Piano

Author	: Barbara English Maris
Publisher	: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date	: 2000
ISBN 10	: 0195123263
Pages	: 264 pages
Rating	: 4.2/5 (63 users)

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Download or read book Making Music at the Piano written by Barbara English Maris and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2000 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginners can make music at the piano and play musically even during the earliest phases of piano study, and this books shows how. Written for early-level adult piano students of any age, the book enables students to play gratifying music while continuing to develop their skills steadily, whether they are working in a private studio or in a piano class environment. Throughout, the book features numerous Concepts to Consider (focusing on conceptual learning) and Activities to Explore (which build on the Concepts and emphasize ways to strengthen the kinesthetic aspects of learning). The author discusses nearly every aspect encountered by the beginner, from appropriate goals and good playing habits to the basics of how people learn and how the piano works. She provides a hands-on explanation of the characteristics of music playing and suggests specific strategies for using practice time effectively and for developing rhythmic security and technical control of sound. For students who to play as well as practice, this book is the ideal guide.

Making Time for Making Music

Author	: Amy Nathan
Publisher	: Oxford University Press
Release Date	: 2018-04-24
ISBN 10	: 9780190611606
Pages	: 240 pages
Rating	: 4.9/5 (116 users)

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Download or read book Making Time for Making Music written by Amy Nathan and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a former music-maker who yearns to return to music, but aren't sure where to begin? Or are you a person who never played music as a child but you are now curious about trying? You're not alone. Many adults who used to play an instrument haven't touched it in years because either they can't find the time to practice, are afraid their skills are too rusty, or are unsure of what kind of group they could join. Others are afraid to sing or start playing an instrument because they received negative feedback from childhood experiences. Performing, practicing, and composing music may seem like unattainable goals with insurmountable obstacles for busy adults with non-musical careers. Making Time for Making Music can help adults find ways to make music part of their lives. The first book of its kind, it is filled with real-life success stories from more than 350 adults who manage to fit music-making into their jam-packed schedules. They polished rusty skills, found musical groups to join, and are having a great time. Their testimonies prove that you are never too old to learn to make music, and that there are numerous musical paths to explore. Featuring advice from dozens of music educators, health care professionals, and music researchers who point out that making music can even be good for your health as well as an extensive resource list of websites, organizations, and summer programs, this book offers inspiration and tried-and-true strategies for anyone who wishes to return to music-making or begin as an adult.

A Guide to Practicing David Popper’S ‘Hohe Schule’ Etudes

Author	: Benjamin Whitcomb
Publisher	: AuthorHouse
Release Date	: 2018-08-31
ISBN 10	: 9781546251019
Pages	: 386 pages
Rating	: 4.4/5 (51 users)

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Download or read book A Guide to Practicing David Popper’S ‘Hohe Schule’ Etudes written by Benjamin Whitcomb and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2018-08-31 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are few works in the cello repertoire as significant as the etudes by David Popper. They are practiced, studied, and learned by cellists all over the world as a sort of rite of passage to the advanced cello techniques. This has been the case since their publication, and there is no sign that this is going to change in the foreseeable future. Auditions for such things as youth orchestras, festivals, competitions, or university admissions frequently require the performance of one or more Popper etudes. Learning these etudes is a wonderful way to prepare yourself for the advanced cello repertoire. However, tackling them on your own can be a daunting task. Several authors have published their ideas and suggestions for practicing these etudes whether as articles, books, or videos. What makes this guide different is that it shows you step-by-step exactly how you can effectively practice all the difficult spots in each etude such that you will surely learn and master each one at a faster rate than you would without these suggestions and exercises.

The Independent Piano Teacher's Studio Handbook

Author	: Beth Gigante Klingenstein
Publisher	: Hal Leonard Corporation
Release Date	: 2008-12-01
ISBN 10	: 9781476834139
Pages	: 464 pages
Rating	: 4.7/5 (341 users)

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Download or read book The Independent Piano Teacher's Studio Handbook written by Beth Gigante Klingenstein and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2008-12-01 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Educational Piano Library). This handy and thorough guide is designed to help the independent piano teacher in all aspects of running his/her own studio. Whether it be business practices such as payment plans, taxes, and marketing, or teaching tips involving technique, composition, or sight reading, this all-inclusive manual has it all! Topics include: Developing and Maintaining a Professional Studio, Finances, Establishing Lessons, Studio Recitals, Tuition and Payment Plans, Composition and Improvisation, Marketing, Communications with Parents, Make-up Policies, Zoning and Business Licenses, Teaching Materials and Learning Styles, The Art of Practice, Arts Funding, and many more!

Making Music and Enriching Lives

Author	: Bonnie Blanchard
Publisher	: Indiana University Press
Release Date	: 2007-06-22
ISBN 10	: 9780253219176
Pages	: 337 pages
Rating	: 4.5/5 (191 users)

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Download or read book Making Music and Enriching Lives written by Bonnie Blanchard and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2007-06-22 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Addresses comprehensive, across-the-board issues that affect the teachers, students, and musicians. This book shows specifics not only about how to teach music, but also about how to motivate and inspire students of any age.

The Savvy Music Teacher

Author	: David Cutler
Publisher	: Oxford University Press
Release Date	: 2015-08-17
ISBN 10	: 9780190200848
Pages	: 352 pages
Rating	: 4.9/5 (8 users)

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Download or read book The Savvy Music Teacher written by David Cutler and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2015-08-17 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is it possible to have a music teaching career that is meaningful, artistically fulfilling, and financially self-supporting? The Savvy Music Teacher unveils a clear, realistic, dollar-for-dollar blueprint for earning a steady income as a music teacher, increasing impact and income simultaneously. This comprehensive resource reveals an entrepreneurial process with lessons that cannot be found anywhere else. Armed with Cutler's expert guidance, readers will learn to develop: · A thriving studio with a transformative curriculum · Multiple income/impact streams · Innovation strategies for every aspect of business and art · Powerhouse marketing · Time management skills · Financial literacy and independence · An inspired career outlook A must-read for music students, aspiring studio owners, early career instructors, and established gurus, The Savvy Music Teacher is packed with actionable advice written in accessible language. Real-life experiences from successful teacher-entrepreneurs are featured throughout.

The Music Parents' Survival Guide

Author	: Amy Nathan
Publisher	: Oxford University Press
Release Date	: 2014
ISBN 10	: 9780199837120
Pages	: 276 pages
Rating	: 4.9/5 (371 users)

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Download or read book The Music Parents' Survival Guide written by Amy Nathan and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2014 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book of parent-to-parent advice aims to encourage, support, and bolster the morale of one of music's most important back-up sections: music parents. Within these pages, more than 150 veteran music parents contribute their experiences, reflections, warnings, and helpful suggestions for how to walk the music-parenting tightrope: how to be supportive but not overbearing, and how to encourage excellence without becoming bogged down in frustration. Among those offering advice are the parents of several top musicians, including the mother of violinist Joshua Bell, the father of trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, the parents of cellist Alisa Weilerstein, and those of violinist Anne Akiko Meyers. The book also features advice from music educators and more than forty professional musicians, including Paula Robison, Sarah Chang, Anthony McGill, Jennifer Koh, Jonathan Biss, Toyin Spellman-Diaz, Marin Alsop, Christian McBride, Miguel Zenón, Stephanie Blythe, Lawrence Brownlee, Kelli O'Hara, as well as Joshua Bell, Alisa Weilerstein, Wynton Marsalis, Anne Akiko Meyers, and others. The topics they discuss span a wide range of issues faced by the parents of both instrumentalists and singers, from how to get started and encourage effective practice habits, to how to weather the rough spots, cope with the cost of music training, deal with college and career concerns, and help young musicians discover the role that music can play in their lives. The parents who speak here reach a unanimous and overwhelming conclusion that music parenting is well worth the effort, and the experiences that come with it - from sitting in on early lessons and watching their kids perform onstage to tagging along at music conventions as their youngsters try out instruments at exhibitors' booths - enrich family life with a unique joy in music.

The Complete Idiot's Guide Music Dictionary

Author	: Dr. Stanford Felix
Publisher	: Penguin
Release Date	: 2010-07-06
ISBN 10	: 9781101198094
Pages	: 203 pages
Rating	: 4.0/5 (98 users)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide Music Dictionary written by Dr. Stanford Felix and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-07-06 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A musician's vocabulary needs more than Do, Re, Mi... Written in clear, concise, easy-to-understand language, The Complete Idiot's Guide® Music Dictionary covers a multitude of musical aspects indispensable to any musician. Author and music professor Stanford Felix has compiled the most commonly found terms and explains them in a way that even the most novice musician can comprehend. ?The only dictionary geared toward the beginner musician ?Gives clear, concise definitions of terms, theories, and instruments, as well as important works, musicians, and composers

Clarinet Secrets

Author	: Michele Gingras
Publisher	: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date	: 2017-02-24
ISBN 10	: 9781442276567
Pages	: 222 pages
Rating	: 4.4/5 (765 users)

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Download or read book Clarinet Secrets written by Michele Gingras and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-02-24 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition of Clarinet Secrets is a compilation of Distinguished Professor Michele Gingras’s acclaimed books that spearheaded Rowman & Littlefield’s Music Secrets series: Clarinet Secrets and More Clarinet Secrets. It is the result of Gingras’s thirty years of hands-on experience spent in the clarinet studio working with students. Learn practical and technical secrets about rapid tonguing and double-tonguing; circular breathing; sight-reading and transposition; reed fixing and repair equipment; improving tone, intonation, technique, and musicianship; contemporary techniques; classical and non-classical performance; performance anxiety; auditioning; career planning and marketability; and more. The concepts are discussed in a straightforward way, explained clearly, and illustrated with photos, diagrams, and musical examples. Easy to use and intended for the intermediate and advanced musician, this second edition of Clarinet Secrets is perfect for students in a class or private situation, professionals, or instructors engaged in pedagogical research.

Music Theory For Dummies

Author	: Michael Pilhofer
Publisher	: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date	: 2011-02-25
ISBN 10	: 9781118054444
Pages	: 362 pages
Rating	: 4.1/5 (544 users)

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Download or read book Music Theory For Dummies written by Michael Pilhofer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-25 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many people grimace at the sound of music theory. It can conjure up bad memories of grade school music classes, rattle the brains of college students, and make self-taught musicians feel self-defeated. Music Theory may seem tedious and unnecessary, especially since not many people can read music. Luckily, Music Theory for Dummies shows you the fun and easy way to understanding the concepts needed to compose, deconstruct, and comprehend music. This helpful guide will give you a great grasp of: Note value and counting notes Treble and bass clefs Time signatures and measures Naturalizing the rhythm Tempo and dynamic Tone, color, and harmonics Half steps and whole steps Harmonic and melodic intervals Key signatures and circles of fifths Scales, chords, and their progressions Elements of form Music theory’s fascinating history This friendly guide not only explores these concepts, it provides examples of music to compliment them so you can hear how they sound firsthand. With a bonus CD that demonstrates these ideas with musical excerpts on guitar and piano, this hands-on resource will prove to you that music theory is as enjoyable as it is useful. Don’t get discouraged by the seemingly complicated written structure. With Music Theory for Dummies, understanding music has never been easier! Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Mastering the Art of Performance

Author	: Stewart Gordon
Publisher	: Oxford University Press on Demand
Release Date	: 2006
ISBN 10	: 9780195177435
Pages	: 217 pages
Rating	: 4.9/5 (774 users)

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Download or read book Mastering the Art of Performance written by Stewart Gordon and published by Oxford University Press on Demand. This book was released on 2006 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This manual gives musicians and other performers practical insights on every aspect of performance. Through real life examples and pre-performance exercises, Gordon also offers detailed and workable suggestions for solving the issues and problems associated with live performance.

Musicians in the Making

Author	: John Scott Rink
Publisher	: Oxford University Press
Release Date	: 2017
ISBN 10	: 9780199346677
Pages	: 409 pages
Rating	: 4.9/5 (466 users)

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Download or read book Musicians in the Making written by John Scott Rink and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 409 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Musicians in the Making' explores the creative development of musicians in formal and informal learning contexts. It promotes a novel view of creativity, arguing that creative learning is a complex, lifelong process. Sixteen extended chapters by leading experts are featured alongside ten 'insights' by internationally prominent performers and teachers.

Performing Popular Music

Author	: David Cashman
Publisher	: Routledge
Release Date	: 2019-12-20
ISBN 10	: 9780429012662
Pages	: 198 pages
Rating	: 4.2/5 (126 users)

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Download or read book Performing Popular Music written by David Cashman and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-12-20 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the fundamentals of popular music performance for students in contemporary music institutions. Drawing on the insights of performance practice research, it discusses the unwritten rules of performances in popular music, what it takes to create a memorable performance, and live popular music as a creative industry. The authors offer a practical overview of topics ranging from rehearsals to stagecraft, and what to do when things go wrong. Chapters on promotion, recordings, and the music industry place performance in the context of building a career. Performing Popular Music introduces aspiring musicians to the elements of crafting compelling performances and succeeding in the world of today’s popular music.

Cello Secrets

Author	: Brian Hodges
Publisher	: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date	: 2018-06-20
ISBN 10	: 9781538102879
Pages	: 192 pages
Rating	: 4.3/5 (28 users)

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Download or read book Cello Secrets written by Brian Hodges and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-06-20 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With each technique carefully explained and illustrated, this book serves as an accessible resource for all cello players, from talented teenagers to college students, to conservatory professionals. It guides advanced students through technical maintenance and performance preparation, helping them beyond what is often covered in lessons.

Practicing

Author	: Glenn Kurtz
Publisher	: Vintage
Release Date	: 2008-11-19
ISBN 10	: 9780307489760
Pages	: 256 pages
Rating	: 4.0/5 (897 users)

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Download or read book Practicing written by Glenn Kurtz and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2008-11-19 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a remarkable memoir written with insight and humor, Glenn Kurtz takes us from his first lessons at the age of eight to his acceptance at the elite New England Conservatory of Music. After graduation, he attempts a solo career in Vienna but soon realizes that he has neither the ego nor the talent required to succeed and gives up the instrument, and his dream, entirely. But not forever: Returning to the guitar, Kurtz weaves into the narrative the rich experience of a single practice session. Practicing takes us on a revelatory, inspiring journey: a love affair with music.