The Musicians Way Blog
by Gerald Klickstein. Become a Successful Musician
The Key Mental Skill of Expert Musicians
“When I sit in Paris in a café, surrounded by people, I don’t sit casually – I go over a certain sonata in my head and discover new things all the time.” -Arthur Rubinstein
Spring 2020 Musician’s Way Newsletter
Pandemic resources, guidelines to disinfect pianos, tributes to fallen artists, inspirational articles, and much more.
Preparing DMA Candidates to Win Tenure-Track Jobs
DMA programs don’t equip graduates with crucial qualifications. Let’s change that.
Making Meaning in Music Practice
“Meaning, not originality, is what matters most in your day-to-day practice.”
12 Affirmations for Music Teachers
“I transmit positive energy and encouragement to every student.”
Winter 2020 Musician’s Way Newsletter
A wealth of articles, tips, and resources for performers, students, educators, and concert presenters.
Harnessing On-Stage Energy
“It’s not about playing well by being comfortable and wiping out nervous energy. It’s about finding the right channel for all that energy” -Don Greene, psychologist
5 Ways to Upgrade Musicianship
“I began to learn about musical structures and the more theoretical aspects of music.” –John Coltrane
Improvisation for Classical Musicians
“It’s very gratifying to improvise in front of people.” -Jim Hall
Gerald Klickstein in Conversation with BandDirector.com
Sage advice and tips for music educators and students.