The art of practicing : a guide to making music from the heart / Madeline Bruser.
| Author/creator |
Bruser, Madeline author. |
| Other author/creator | Menuhin, Yehudi, 1916-1999, writer of foreword. |
| Format | Book and Print |
| Publication Info | New York : Three Rivers Press, 1997. |
| Description | xiii, 272 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm |
| Subject(s) |
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| Contents | Foreword / Yehudi Menuhin -- Meeting yourself -- Struggle and freedom -- 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 -- Playing by heart -- Generosity -- Epilogue. |
| Abstract | 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, the author 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; Photographs show essential points of posture and movement for a variety of instruments. |
| General note | Originally published in hardcover: New York : Bell Tower, 1997. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 253-254). |
| ISBN | (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 0609801775 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 9780609801772 (pbk.) |
Available Items
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML3838 .B78 1997 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |