The Inner Game of Music

The bestselling guide to improving musical performance The Inner Game of Music is the battle that all musicians have to fight against elusive opponents such as nervousness, self-doubt and fear of failure. Using the world-famous Inner Game principles, developed by bestselling author Timothy Gallwey, acclaimed musician Barry Green explains the basic principles of 'natural learning' and shows how you can apply them to reach a new level of musical application and performance. In precise, easy to understand language, Green and Gallwey explain how natural skills - such as awareness, trust and willpower - can be nurtured and enhanced. Through a series of tailored exercises The Inner Game of Music demonstrates the ways in which musicians can achieve exact intonations, artistic phrasing and improved technique. There are also chapters on ensemble playing, improvisation, composition and creativity, as well as listening skills - an essential part of the Inner Game. Following a methodology with a proven track record for generations of aspiring and professional musicians, The Inner Game of Music is invaluable to anyone seriously interested in music, and is guaranteed to deliver positive results whether you are a student, teacher, performer, or simply an appreciative listener.

Introduction - i: Introduction: W. Timothy Gallwey Chapter - 1: The Mozart in us Chapter - 2: The Inner Game Chapter - 3: The Inner Games skills Chapter - 4: The power of awareness Chapter - 5: The power of will Chapter - 6: The power of trust Chapter - 7: Letting go Chapter - 8: Coping with obstacles Chapter - 9: Improving the quality of musical experience Chapter - 10: Teaching and learning Chapter - 11: The Inner Game listener Chapter - 12: Parent and coach Chapter - 13: Integration and balance Chapter - 14: Ensemble playing Chapter - 15: Improvisation, composition and creativity Acknowledgements - ii: Acknowledgements