Reviews of The Musician's Way, by Gerald Klickstein
“The Musician’s Way is fantastic, and is a must-read for every student and professional. . . . The book is a gold mine of information that will help musicians around the world.”
“An outstanding accomplishment . . . The Musician’s Way should be on the shelf of every aspiring professional musician and every serious music educator.”
“Provides a wealth of information that would otherwise take years to accrue.”
“The Musician’s Way is wonderfully thought-out and organized. . . . The third chapter alone is worth about five times the cost of the book itself!”
“Klickstein takes a common-sense approach and works his way through techniques for improving every aspect of a performer’s life, from ways to memorise a piece to dealing with performance anxiety. . . . It’s all very well thought through and an interesting read.”
“Mr. Klickstein presents so much helpful information that you will be itching to sit at the piano with his book beside you while you practice.”
“I’ve read (and re-read in many cases) most books out there on practice and this is one of the best, hands down . . . Very highly recommended.”
“Klickstein covers the gamut of issues, tips, and ideas that make up the world of the serious musician. . . . Students hunger for this kind of knowledge.”
“Articulates both an artistic approach to attaining mastery of an instrument/voice and a practical approach to achieving professional goals. . . Uniquely holistic.”
“If you have a musical problem, he probably has a solution. Gerald Klickstein’s new book is comprehensive guide for the aspiring young musician from the onset of serious study to implementing career goals.”
“Engaging and well-written and a valuable resource for every performer seeking to develop their craft and maintain career longevity.”
“One of the best overall approaches to the music learning process . . . Gerald Klickstein’s thoughtful writing carefully layers mountains of material into a meaningful whole.”
“Beautifully written in a conversational tone . . . It should have a permanent place on any musician’s bookshelf.”
“A valuable read for teachers, performers, and students alike.”
“A man of extensive of experience, Klickstein is obviously very well read and has taken great effort to research the issues and problems every music student faces.”
“A must-have for those students who want a career in music & their teachers.”
“You owe it to yourself to read this book.”
“A wonderful tool for all aspiring musicians.”
“A comprehensive guidebook from an experienced, insightful musician. . . . You must read this book.”
“One of the most important books on musicianship in recent decades.”
“A masterful work, which I believe will quickly be recognized as the finest guide to the art of musical performance produced by our generation.”
“The entire music profession has received a great and much-needed gift from Gerald Klickstein. The Musician’s Way is a landmark and essential guide for every serious musician.”
I predict that The Musician’s Way will be an instant classic. It is the most useful, comprehensive book I have ever read on developing the skills of a successful performer. Every music lover – student, professional, amateur, and teacher alike – should own this book.”
“The Musician’s Way is the brainchild of an experienced and insightful teacher who has thought long and hard about how musicians can maximize their artistic success while coping with the stresses of music making. In clear and engaging language, the author leads us down the complex pathways navigated by musicians and provides sound directions at every turn.”