Topics – An Alexander Technique Approach to Lute Technique (Musicians)(Psychology)(Pain)(Strain)(Injuries)(Posture)(Albuquerque)

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What the Alexander Technique Has to Offer Lutenists
Posture
Torso, Shoulders, and Breathing
Head, Neck, and Lute
Direction (head leading a lengthening spine)
Inhibition and Playing (letting go of bad habits)
Accuracy (playing with faith)
Lute Technique Specifics
Right Hand and Arm
Left Hand and Arm
Posture Specific to the Lute
Slow and Fast Playing, Fragments and Focal
Guided Whole Body Release before Playing
When You’re Not doing Something, Don’t Continue to Do It
The Reasons Why Performers Resist Releasing Poor Physical Habits
As a Gift (for everyone listening)
Collected Short Essays in the Order Written

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AUTHOR, TRAINER "When you change old habitual movement patterns with the Alexander Technique, whether in playing a musical instrument, running, weightlifting, walking, or typing at a computer, you create an ease of body use that moves you consistently into the zone." - Ethan Kind Ethan Kind writes and is published extensively on all of the above activities. He teaches musicians, athletes, and computer operators how to stop hurting themselves, by showing them how to use their bodies with ease and coordination. He brings a unique perspective to his work, having been a musician and athlete all of his life. After training for three years at the American Center for the Alexander Technique (New York, NY), Ethan received Professional Certification credentials.

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