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Playing music should be as simple as drawing breath, yet most musicians are hindered by self-consiousness, apprehension, self-doubt and stress. Before we can truly express our inner self, we must first learn to be at peace and overcome the distraction that can make performance difficult. Kenny Wernerâ?TMs remarkable work deals directly with these hindrances, and suggests ways to let our natural creative powers flow freely. Includes an inspiring CD of meditations designed to initiate positive thought.
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32 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Reading this book has been something of a revelation for me. I had long suspected some kind of similarity between jazz music and spiritual nectar (!) and was jubilant to find a book I agreed with so much. There is a real sense of discovery in Kenny's writing which not only discusses what makes jazz and players such as Coltrane and Davis great, but also provides you with attitudes and meditations (on the CD) which could help you to realize that same potential which we all have within ourselves, without having to take heroin or LSD!
I imagine that this book could be a breakthrough read for many players who have either never persevered with their music through frustration or fear, or who feel they have reached an impasse and seek inspiration.
21 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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An interesting read.
My enthusiasm for this book goes up and down.Does it really work ?I don't know but it's a pleasure trying to find out.The main message seems to be develop your technique and then allow your inner self/ subconscious to take over and this certainly fits with current theoies of neurology e.g. Deborah Bull- the dancing body
My enthusiasm for this book goes up and down.Does it really work ?I don't know but it's a pleasure trying to find out.The main message seems to be develop your technique and then allow your inner self/ subconscious to take over and this certainly fits with current theoies of neurology e.g. Deborah Bull- the dancing body
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Kenny Werner was a musical prodigy and performed effortlessly from a very early age. Despite this he has great empathy and insight into the problems that all performers face. We all struggle to get the notes perfect every time, and to impress our audiences. And at the same time we forget the magic of music itself.
This book offers a psychological method to overcome self-consciousness, and forget the self. What is important is that the music speaks. Kenny has produced a method and a CD, which I am finding very effective in helping me meet all those typical psychological blocking ploys that prevent me and so many other musicians produce the best we are capable of.
Don't throw your violin in the sea from frustration! Don't pass on paralysing habits to your pupils. Try reading Kenny's book, listening to his powerful CD, and gain insight as to how deal with these problems. You are not alone in struggling, and this method has a lot to offer.
This book offers a psychological method to overcome self-consciousness, and forget the self. What is important is that the music speaks. Kenny has produced a method and a CD, which I am finding very effective in helping me meet all those typical psychological blocking ploys that prevent me and so many other musicians produce the best we are capable of.
Don't throw your violin in the sea from frustration! Don't pass on paralysing habits to your pupils. Try reading Kenny's book, listening to his powerful CD, and gain insight as to how deal with these problems. You are not alone in struggling, and this method has a lot to offer.
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A really useful book for musicians
This is a passionate book by an excellent jazz musician with a long list of top recording credits. It is full of useful details and insights that a fellow musician will identify... Read more
Published 23 days ago by A. Evans
Effortless Mastery
This book is certainly a must read for all musicians (teachers and performers) especially those who experience psychological barriers to their playing. Read more
Published 1 month ago by kernowmuse
Arrived quickly and in excellent condition
The book arrived in excellent condition and is as described on the site. It was bought as a gift and the recipient is very happy with it.
Published 12 months ago by Molly Malone
On second reading..
This is the worst book I have read in a long time. I thought my first impressions might have been a bit harsh so I decided to give the book another chance. Big mistake. Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2008 by a student
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