The Musicians Way Blog
by Gerald Klickstein. Become a Successful Musician
Subdue Stage Fright with Self-Acceptance
“The path you take is your path and no one else’s, so welcome it.” –The Musician’s Way, p. 314
Building New Audiences
“For aspiring musicians, career sustainability depends on audience growth.” -Gerald Klickstein
Winter 2023 Musician’s Way Newsletter
Music practice tips, performance & career advice, industry news, inspiring stories!
The Power of Mental plus Physical Practice
“Before I ever came on the concert stage I worked very hard… always putting the two things together, mental work and physical work.” -Jascha Heifetz
Thinking and Feeling While Performing
“Give yourself over to the emotion of the music while you also lead the music, directing your execution and the emotional flow.” -The Musician’s Way, p. 187
Fall 2022 Musicians Way Newsletter
Music practice tips, career advice, industry news, inspirational stories, and much more!
Motivations and Barriers to Arts Attendance
Ways to trigger target audience motivations and overcome barriers to arts attendance.
Summer 2022 Musician’s Way Newsletter
Dozens of articles for musicians and music enthusiasts. A unique publication by Gerald Klickstein.
New-Generation Classical and Jazz Concerts
Classical and jazz concert attendance is in steady decline, but we can reverse that trend. Here’s how.
How to Write a Grant Proposal – A Concise Guide for Musicians
Funding is widely available to support music and arts projects. Learn to identify funders and write successful proposals!