Madeline Bruser
American pianist, teacher, and author of The Art of Practicing: A Guide to Making Music from the Heart; founder of the Art of Practicing Institute, known for integrating mindfulness and body awareness into music practice.
Books
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1. The Art Of Practicing
A Guide to Making Music from the Heart
A practical, compassionate guide for musicians to transform practice and performance by reducing tension, cultivating mindful awareness, and reconnecting with genuine musical expression. Drawing on body-centered techniques, sensitive listening, and structured routines, it addresses stage fright, self-criticism, and technical hurdles, offering exercises inspired by meditation and somatic methods to develop ease, clarity, and expressive freedom. It promotes a balanced practice life—from warm-ups to mental rehearsal—fostering confidence, refined technique, deepened artistry, and authentic communication with listeners.
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