The Inner Game of Music

Authors: Barry Green, W. Timothy Gallway (contributor)
Publishing Details: Doubleday, 1986
ISBN: 0385231261

The Inner Game of Music takes its basic concepts from the Inner Game of Tennis. With Timothy Gallway, Barry Green professional double bassist and teacher has adapted these concepts for use in the music domain. Inner Game concepts can help improve the quality of practice and performance through the creation of a state of mind the authors call 'relaxed concentration'.

According to The Inner Game of Music, 'relaxed concentration' is a commonly experienced state of mind occuring in a number of different situations such as when we lose track of time with a friend, or when we forget we are watching a movie and get completely absorbed.

There are a myriad of interesting techniques to explore here, some that may be familiar and some that may be new. As well as a number of chapters devoted to the individual performer, The Inner Game of Music has chapters on the application of inner game techniques for the parents of children learning musical instruments, ensemble playing and improvisation, composition and creativity. The Inner Game of Music is written in an accessible and easily understood manner and is a useful resource for musicians and music educators.

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