The Musicians Way Blog
by Gerald Klickstein. Become a Successful Musician
Performance-Oriented Practice
“Our object is to minimize the contrast between studio practice and public performance.” –Philip Farkas, hornist
Artistic Vision
“Your most fertile source of creative energy is a compelling artistic vision.”
Making the Most of Music Lessons
A veteran music teacher’s advice to derive maximum benefit from lessons.
The Centered Performer
A powerful technique that aligns our mental, physical, and emotional powers.
Mastery and Mystery
“The job of the artist is always to deepen the mystery.” –Francis Bacon
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Glorious Details
“The details are not the details. They make the design.” –Charles Eames, designer
The Art-Career Tango
“What we play is life.” –Louis Armstrong
August Newsletter
The latest issue of The Musician’s Way Newsletter looks at online and technology resources for musicians and introduces a cutting-edge way that rising performers can get their music played on Internet radio alongside the tracks of established artists.
The Growth Mindset
“We have something that is unique. We have our craft. We have our art. We have our desire.” –Branford Marsalis