“Herein lies the secret to artistry on the concert stage: Artistic performers are prepared performers.” The Musician’s Way, p. 155 The Fall 2021 issue of The Musician’s Way Newsletter brings together dozens of resources for music students, professionals, and...
“There are plenty of fine educators in the world – and some not-so-fine ones, too.” –The Musician’s Way, p. 293 I advise numerous aspiring music educators each year, and I find that many lack clarity about a vital aspect of teaching and learning. That is, they confuse...
“Some of your most gratifying musical experiences will be those that serve the greater good.” –The Musician’s Way, p. 299 Musicians and arts leaders who understand how to commission high-quality music can build new audiences, increase their revenues, engage...
“I suppose that when I play in public it looks easy, but before I ever came on the concert stage I worked very hard. And I do yet – but always putting the two things together, mental work and physical work.” -Jascha Heifetz The Musician’s Way, p. 42 The Spring...
“Any musician who says he is playing better either on the needle or when he is juiced is a plain straight liar… You can miss the most important years of your life, the years of possible creation.” -Charlie Parker, saxophonist and composer The Musician’s Way, p....
