The Mastery of Music: Ten Pathways to True Artistry
by Barry Green
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Author: Barry GreenEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-05-10
ISBN: 0767911571
Number of pages: 304
Publisher: Broadway
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Book Review: Superb and inspiring book for music students and professionals
Summary: 5 Stars
Barry Green's "The Mastery of Music" is a very well written and inspiring book. I have been teaching and performing as a violist for over 35 years and found Barry's book full of simple teaching ideas and ways to raise one's own performing to a higher artistic level. His earlier book, "The Inner Game of Music" is likewise chockfull of easy to apply teaching and playing ideas. Soon to be published in Feb. is his new book about creativity and bringing music to life. I highly recommend "The Mastery of Music" to all!
Nancy Kredel, Fairfax, VA
Summary of The Mastery of Music: Ten Pathways to True Artistry
The Inner Game of Music, the breakout hit that became a standard primer in the music world, has taught thousands of musicians-professionals and amateurs alike-how to overcome self-consciousness and stage fright and to recapture a youthful, almost effortless capacity to learn. Now, in his follow-up book, The Mastery of Music, Barry Green turns his expert hand to the artistic qualities that make an extraordinary musician. Culling advice from dozens of interviews with legends including Joshua Bell, Dave Brubeck, Jeffrey Kahane, Bobby McFerrin, Christopher Parkening, Doc Severinsen, Frederica von Stade, the Harlem Boys Choir, and the Turtle Island String Quartet, he reveals that it's not enough to have a cerebral and emotional connection to the notes. Green hows how musical excellence, exhibited by true virtuosos, requires a mastery of ten unique qualities of the soul and the human spirit, such as confidence, passion, discipline, creativity, and relaxed concentration, and he discusses specific ways in which all musicians, composers, and conductors can take their skills to higher levels. He carefully incorporates all instruments and techniques in his rejuvenating discussions, inspiring the stifled student to have fun again and the over-rehearsed performer to rediscover the joy of passionate expression. Essential reading for every musician, The Mastery of Music strikes a beautiful new chord.Appreciation Books
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