The Musicians Way Blog
by Gerald Klickstein. Become a Successful Musician
Music: The Practical Career? Part II
“We all have ability. The difference is how we use it.” –Stevie Wonder
Music: The Practical Career? Part I
“Music is enough for a lifetime, but a lifetime is not enough for music.” –Sergei Rachmaninoff
The Competition Question
Does it makes sense to enter a music contest? Here’s how to decide.
Habits of Excellence
“If excellence is a habit (which it is), then students must consistently play in ways that are fundamentally excellent nearly all the time.” -Robert A. Duke
The Benefits of Accessible Music
Accessible repertoire is the rocket fuel of musical development!
Dialing Down the Effort Meter
Is “trying harder” a wise practice strategy, or does a reverse approach lead to greater precision and creativity?
The 12 Habits of Healthy Musicians
Stay fit and avoid music-related injuries by adopting these crucial habits.
Deep Practice
Are your practice habits making you secure or jittery on stage?
The 4 Types of Music Editions
How to identify high-quality music editions and avoid faulty publications. By Gerald Klickstein.
Free Online Music Scores
Find free online classical music scores for instrumentalists, singers, and conductors.