The Musicians Way Blog
by Gerald Klickstein. Become a Successful Musician
Helping Each Other Succeed
6 ways to support fellow musicians and make our ensembles stronger.
Winter 2015 Newsletter
Inspiration, practice tips, music career insights, and more. More than 20 articles for music lovers!
Don’t Be Like Your Teacher
“Music making is a never-ceasing process of change and progress.” –Jacqueline du Pré
10 Reasons to Pursue a Graduate Degree in Music
“If you’re dedicated to becoming a professional, you have to prepare to compete in the marketplace.”
The 3 Components of Deep Practice
“Once you have a clear musical intention, then you can set up some kind of physical choreography.” -Leon Fleisher
4 Rehearsal Challenges and Ways to Overcome Them
12 tips for musicians to promote harmony and creativity in small-group rehearsals.
November 2014 Newsletter
More than 20 articles and resources for musicians and music lovers: improve practice, performance, music business skills and more!
3 Ways to Build Concert Programs
Create powerful concert programs using music already in your repertoire!
3 Traits of Successful Concert Programs
“Memorable concerts don’t merely deliver what’s expected; they also take audiences beyond what they can envision.”
Learning the Art of Performance
Performing confidently can be as natural as having a conversation or sharing in a game.