Practicing with Purpose

Practicing with Purpose
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Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages : 129
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781574634631
ISBN-13 : 1574634631
Rating : 4/5 (31 Downloads)

Synopsis Practicing with Purpose by : David Kish

(Meredith Music Resource). Now's the time to practice smarter, not harder. It's time to Practice with Purpose ! Practice is everything if you want to improve as a musician. But, what and how do you practice effectively and with efficiency? This book contains 50 easy-to-use strategies scientifically proven and field-tested to improve musical skills. It includes practice plans for every level with examples from the world's greatest performers. It's an indispensable resource to immediately increase musical proficiency.

The Art of Practicing

The Art of Practicing
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Publisher : Crown
Total Pages : 289
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ISBN-10 : 9780307833747
ISBN-13 : 0307833747
Rating : 4/5 (47 Downloads)

Synopsis The Art of Practicing by : Madeline Bruser

An illustrated guide for the amateur and professional musician that teaches us how to transform practicing from an often laborious activity into an exhilarating and rewarding experience Foreword by Yehudi Menuhin • “Give this book to any musician you love and to any person who loves what music does for them and for the world.”—Richard Stoltzman, clarinetist In The Art of Practicing, acclaimed pianist and teacher Madeline Bruser combines physiological and meditative principles to help musicians release physical and mental tension and unleash their innate musical talent. She offers practical techniques for cultivating free and natural movement, a keen enjoyment of sounds and sensations, a clear and relaxed mind, and an open heart and she explains how to: • Prepare the body and mind to practice with ease • Understand the effect of posture on flexibility and expressiveness • Make efficient use of the hands and arms • Employ listening techniques to improve coordination • Increase the range of color and dynamics by using less effort • Cultivate rhythmic vitality • Perform with confidence, warmth, and freedom Complete with photographs to show essential points of posture and movement for a variety of instruments, this is the definitive guide to turning practice from a sometimes frightening, monotonous chore to a fun, fulfilling activity.

The Practicing Mind

The Practicing Mind
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Publisher : New World Library
Total Pages : 170
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781608680917
ISBN-13 : 1608680916
Rating : 4/5 (17 Downloads)

Synopsis The Practicing Mind by : Thomas M. Sterner

In those times when we want to acquire a new skill or face a formidable challenge we hope to overcome, what we need most are patience, focus, and discipline, traits that seem elusive or difficult to maintain. In this enticing and practical book, Thomas Sterner demonstrates how to learn skills for any aspect of life, from golfing to business to parenting, by learning to love the process. Early life is all about trial-and-error practice. If we had given up in the face of failure, repetition, and difficulty, we would never have learned to walk or tie our shoes. So why, as adults, do we often give up on a goal when at first we don’t succeed? Modern life’s technological speed, habitual multitasking, and promises of instant gratification don’t help. But in his study of how we learn (prompted by his pursuit of disciplines such as music and golf), Sterner has found that we have also forgotten the principles of practice — the process of picking a goal and applying steady effort to reach it. The methods Sterner teaches show that practice done properly isn’t drudgery on the way to mastery but a fulfilling process in and of itself, one that builds discipline and clarity. By focusing on “process, not product,” you’ll learn to live in each moment, where you’ll find calmness and equanimity. This book will transform a sense of futility around learning something challenging into an attitude of pleasure and willingness.

Purpose In Practice

Purpose In Practice
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Publisher : Crossrhythm Press
Total Pages : 172
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1734627115
ISBN-13 : 9781734627114
Rating : 4/5 (15 Downloads)

Synopsis Purpose In Practice by : Rachel Lee Hall

Not just a practical handbook for effective practicing, this book goes beyond the merely practical, into the truly meaningful. At its heart, this book calls out to you to abandon the endless monotony of ineffective routines, and to seek out true meaning in your practice sessions-to practice with purpose-and so find great #PurposeInPractice.

Every Shot Must Have a Purpose

Every Shot Must Have a Purpose
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 234
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1592401570
ISBN-13 : 9781592401574
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis Every Shot Must Have a Purpose by : Pia Nilsson

Two legendary coaches give golfers a powerful new approach to the game... and to life. As coaches to some of golf’s top players, Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott have designed and refined a revolutionary way of teaching the game, with phenomenal results. They don’t believe in prescribing the same stance, grip, and swing to everyone, followed by hours of purposeless drilling. They don’t even believe in beginning with physical technique. Their success has proven to them that a great game begins with a great vision. Unlike any other golf book, Every Shot Must Have a Purpose offers cutting-edge techniques for integrating the physical, technical, mental, emotional, and social parts of a player’s game. The book’s revolutionary pre-shot routine will improve your focus, leading to a golf swing that is not only successful but can be repeated under extreme pressure. Emphasizing the individual golfer rather than a rigid set of mechanics, their VISION54 method takes the frustration out of the game. Why 54? Because they believe it’s possible to shoot a 54 (making a birdie on every hole of a par-72 course) if you have the right mind-set and well-honed intuitive power. An engaging read for the beginner or the seasoned golfer, Every Shot Must Have a Purpose is inspiration for life, not just the links.

Practicing Journalism

Practicing Journalism
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1936863634
ISBN-13 : 9781936863631
Rating : 4/5 (34 Downloads)

Synopsis Practicing Journalism by : Paul Steinle

An ambitious project of discovery, this insightful examination studies the varied reasons that journalists remain dedicated to reporting the news. With profiles and first-person interviews with 91 American media members from across the United States, this book showcases the dedication of reporters, editors, and publishers currently working in their communities. It deals with journalistic values in the digital age--digging deep, influencing change, serving communities, challenging authorities, and embracing empathy. Candid and engaging, this collection of professional epiphanies takes a hard look at the ethical challenges of the job while offering hope for the ways that journalism can make a difference in society and further American democracy.

The Art of Gathering

The Art of Gathering
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 322
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ISBN-10 : 9781594634932
ISBN-13 : 1594634939
Rating : 4/5 (32 Downloads)

Synopsis The Art of Gathering by : Priya Parker

"Hosts of all kinds, this is a must-read!" --Chris Anderson, owner and curator of TED From the host of the New York Times podcast Together Apart, an exciting new approach to how we gather that will transform the ways we spend our time together—at home, at work, in our communities, and beyond. In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker argues that the gatherings in our lives are lackluster and unproductive--which they don't have to be. We rely too much on routine and the conventions of gatherings when we should focus on distinctiveness and the people involved. At a time when coming together is more important than ever, Parker sets forth a human-centered approach to gathering that will help everyone create meaningful, memorable experiences, large and small, for work and for play. Drawing on her expertise as a facilitator of high-powered gatherings around the world, Parker takes us inside events of all kinds to show what works, what doesn't, and why. She investigates a wide array of gatherings--conferences, meetings, a courtroom, a flash-mob party, an Arab-Israeli summer camp--and explains how simple, specific changes can invigorate any group experience. The result is a book that's both journey and guide, full of exciting ideas with real-world applications. The Art of Gathering will forever alter the way you look at your next meeting, industry conference, dinner party, and backyard barbecue--and how you host and attend them.

Practicing the Presence

Practicing the Presence
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Publisher : Harper Collins
Total Pages : 148
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780062503992
ISBN-13 : 0062503995
Rating : 4/5 (92 Downloads)

Synopsis Practicing the Presence by : Joel S. Goldsmith

The celebrated guide to the awareness of the devine and transcedental in our daily lives. This modern spiritual classic is one of the three books. Goldsmith felt contained the essence of all his teachings.

The Practicing Stoic

The Practicing Stoic
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Publisher : David R. Godine Publisher
Total Pages : 349
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781567926330
ISBN-13 : 1567926339
Rating : 4/5 (30 Downloads)

Synopsis The Practicing Stoic by : Ward Farnsworth

The most helpful and practical philosophy ever devised. The advice the Stoics provided centuries ago is still the best anyone has offered and it's as useful today as it was then-or more. Stoicism means knowing the difference between what we can control and what we can't, and not worrying about the latter. The Stoics were masters of perspective, always taking the long view while remembering that life is short. And they were deep and insightful students of human nature, understanding how we manage to make ourselves miserable as well as how we seek and can find fulfillment. The great insights of the Stoics are spread over a wide range of ancient sources. Ward Farnsworth brings them all together and systematically presents what the various Stoic philosophers said on every important topic, accompanied by an eloquent commentary that is clear and concise. The result is a set of philosophy lessons for everyone-the most valuable wisdom of ages past made available for our times.

Still Practicing

Still Practicing
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 239
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780415879125
ISBN-13 : 0415879124
Rating : 4/5 (25 Downloads)

Synopsis Still Practicing by : Sandra Buechler

First Published in 2012. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.