With Your Own Two Hands: Self-Discovery Through Music

ISBN: 0028703103

Author: Bernstein, Seymour

Condition: Used

Here is a master teachers remarkable self help guide to realizing all your musical talents. It is a tested, practical program for conquering nervousness, sharpening memory & concentration, building coordination & flexibility, & for demolishing the stumbling blocks that every musician faces. While the book is written by a pianist for other pianists, it is just as interesting & instructive for any other musician particularly from the point of view of its psychological & human values. There are numerous musical examples throughout the book. Contents: (main headings only) Part I: A reason for practicing Why do you practice? Why dont you practice? Concentration Feeling Part II: the disciplines Tempo - rhythm - pulse Listening You & the piano Choreography Part III: Fulfillment through performing Performing Memory Nervousness Finale Notes Index