| Edition |
First edition. |
| Description |
xiii, 271 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 253-254) and index. |
| Contents |
Pt. 1. The starting point. Meeting yourself -- Struggle and freedom -- pt. 2. A ten-step approach. Stretching -- Settling in -- Tuning into your heart -- Basic mechanics -- The spark of inquisitiveness -- Three styles of struggle -- Simplicity -- Pure perception -- Spontaneous insight -- The dancing body -- pt. 3. Natural command. Playing by heart -- Generosity -- Epilogue -- Notes -- Recommended reading -- Resources for musicians. |
| Summary |
The author "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."--Book jacket. |
| Subject |
Practicing (Music)
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Music -- Performance -- Psychological aspects.
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Music -- Performance -- Physiological aspects.
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| Other Form: |
Online version: Bruser, Madeline. Art of practicing. 1st ed. New York : Bell Tower, c1997 (OCoLC)639420913 |
| ISBN |
0517708221 |
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9780517708224 |
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