The Musicians Way Blog
by Gerald Klickstein. Become a Successful Musician
Fall 2018 Musician’s Way Newsletter
“Articulates both an artistic approach to attaining mastery of an instrument/voice and a practical approach to achieving professional goals. . . Uniquely holistic.”
The 5 Main Types of Performance Errors and How to Handle Them
How to minimize on-stage mistakes and handle them gracefully when they occur.
10 Warning Signs of Vocal Trouble
“For singers, voice care is a 24/7 operation.”
Stability and Mobility
“Advantageous postures have an active quality; they’re always subtly in motion.”
Summer 2018 Musician’s Way Newsletter
Dozens of articles and tips for aspiring and veteran musicians!
Hydration and Vocal Health
3 ways that singers and all voice users can stay hydrated.
The Perils of Mindless Repetition
“Ten dubious repetitions plus a single accurate one don’t equal security. Quite the opposite.”
Managing Mistakes
“It was when I found out I could make mistakes that I knew I was on to something.” -Ornette Coleman
Shaping Dynamics
“Only after I have become familiar with the style and character of the work can I start shaping an interpretation.” Yo-Yo Ma
Spring 2018 Musician’s Way Newsletter
A treasure trove of articles and tips about music practice and performance, music careers, and the wonders of music!