The musician's way : a guide to practice, performance, and wellness / Gerald Klickstein.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 327-331) and index.

-- Getting organized -- Practicing deeply, I -- Practicing deeply, II -- Practicing deeply, III -- Practicing deeply, IV -- Musical collaboration -- Unmasking performance anxiety -- Becoming a performing artist, I -- Becoming a performing artist, II -- Becoming a performing artist, III -- Performing like a pro -- Injury prevention, I -- Injury prevention, II -- Succeeding as a student.

In The Musician's Way, veteran performer and educator Gerald Klickstein combines the latest research with his 30 years of professional experience to provide aspiring musicians with a roadmap to artistic excellence. Part I, Artful Practice, describes strategies to interpret and memorize compositions, fuel motivation, collaborate, and more. Part II, Fearless Performance, lifts the lid on the hidden causes of nervousness and shows how musicians can become confident performers. Part III, Lifelong Creativity, surveys tactics to prevent music-related injuries and equips musicians to tap their own innate creativity. Written in a conversational style, The Musician's Way presents an inclusive system for all instrumentalists and vocalists to advance their musical abilities and succeed as performing artists.