The Musicians Way Blog
by Gerald Klickstein. Become a Successful Musician
Summer 2025 Musician’s Way Newsletter
Dozens of articles for musicians and music lovers of all ages.
The Musician’s Way for Music Lessons
The Musician’s Way book provides teachers with inclusive tools that accelerate student progress.
Practicing vs Performing vs Playing for Fun
Tips and resources for musicians to practice deeply, perform fearlessly, and play or sing with joy.
Spring 2025 Musician’s Way Newsletter
A wealth of free articles for musicians and music lovers curated by Gerald Klickstein.
Build Concert Audiences with Engaging Event Design
To increase concert attendance, offer experiences that engage and delight your audiences. Here’s how.
Winter 2025 Musician’s Way Newsletter
Dozens of articles and resources for musicians, music lovers, and music educators.
Understand and Overcome Stage Fright
“Performance anxiety doesn’t yield to band-aid solutions, nor does it abate on its own.” -The Musician’s Way, p. 146
Fall 2024 Musician’s Way Newsletter
Tips and Insights for Aspiring & Veteran Musicians Alike!
Attract Bigger Audiences with Better Concert Programs
“Programs are a bit like prix-fixe menus in a restaurant: We can’t serve music à la carte . . . so our menu has to be quite diverse and – tasty.”
Summer 2024 Musician’s Way Newsletter
“The performers who connect from the stage establish emotional relationships with their audiences.” –The Musician’s Way, p. 188