Information and Comments: Here is a master teacher's tested program for conquering nervousness, sharpening memory and concentration - for removing the stumbling blocks that every musician faces. Available at Border's.


Title: NOTES FROM THE PIANIST'S BENCH

Author: Boris Berman

Information and Comments: Full of anecdotes about students, colleagues and teachers, this entertaining book provides insights into the psychological aspects of performing and teaching music. www.yalebooks.com.


Title: THE ART OF PIANO PLAYING

Author: Heinrich Neuhaus

Information and Comments: Neuhaus, the legendary Russian pedagogue is the teacher of Sviatoslav Richter, Emil Gilels and other great pianists. Neuhaus makes clear that he intended his book for average piano teachers and their students. The tone of his writing is unpretentious and warmly human.

Unfortunately, the book has long gone out of print. If I may,
I would like to share some short excerpts from the book in your future
newsletter columns, if this is agreeable to you.


All 5 titles submitted by: Carmencita Aspiras


Title: THE PIANO SHOP ON THE LEFT BANK: DISCOVERING A FORGOTTEN PASSION IN A PARIS ATELIER

Author: Thad Carhart


Information & Comments: An old piano tuner still works on pianos and each piano has a story to tell. Very interesting book.

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