Surf these sites: Alexander Technique and Musicians -- The Alexander Technique has a long history of helping musicians improve the quality of their performance with reduced risk of injury. This site provides a comprehensive set of links and resources. Cardiff Consultancy: Articles -- Includes two articles: "Alexander Technique: The Skill to Make Music" and "A Sound Technique?--an appraisal of the benefits of the Alexander Technique principles for students of singing." Flute and the Alexander Technique -- Written by Professor Alexander Murray, former principal flutist with the London Symphony. A look at the development of a flutist through and with the Alexander Technique. Hands On! Newsletter: The Alexander Technique -- An article for flutists from the Hands On! Newsletter. By Alexander Murray and Marie Stroud. Introduction to the Alexander Technique -- An introduction to the Alexander Technique for musicians. STAT Books Online Catalogue -- Comprehensive catalogue of books, articles, and journals on the Alexander Technique. Includes a performing arts section with a selection of materials for musicians. Some Talk of Alexander... -- Suggestions for singers based on the Alexander Technique. The Alexander Technique and Musicians -- A clearly-written article by an Alexander Technique teacher. Explains the premises and principles of the Alexander Technique and how they apply to music making. The Alexander Technique for Musicians -- Informative articles and essays, including introductory and specialty articles--also links to choosing a teacher, teachers'' lists, books, and other resources. The Whole Guitarist -- Features two excerpts on the Alexander Technique and guitar playing: "Fretting: The Tight Rope Walker" and "One Coordinated Gesture." Three Musicians Discuss the Alexander Technique -- Two Alexander Technique teachers and one student, all professional musicians, discuss definitions of the Alexander Technique and their experiences learning, applying and teaching the technique in relation to music-making. Three Musicians Discuss the Alexander Technique, Part 2 -- Second installment of an in-depth discussion. Three Musicians Discuss the Alexander Technique, Part 3 -- Conclusion of a discussion between a violinist, bassoonist and oboist. What Every Musician Needs to Know About the Body -- A course for musicians who are in pain or who would like to improve their performance skills. Includes books and articles.
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