Mind, Muscle and Music is designed specifically to be read in conjunction with Mind and Muscle. Many references first guide the reader to explanations to be found in the earlier book – explanations that are then expanded here from a musician’s point of view.

This is a book for musicians, whether professional or amateur, for music teachers, for music students at all levels, and for Alexander teachers who work with musicians.  Elizabeth Langford’s experience of many aspects of musical life over 40 years has left her with a profound wish to promote the well-being of her fellow musician.

Contents

Overture

Violin

Cello

Double Bass

Classical Guitar

Flute Oboe

Clarinet

Bassoon

Brass instruments

Timpani and Percussion

Chairs

Piano

Voice

Conductors

Performance Anxiety

Support and Balance

Intermezzo

Letter to a doctor

Report of my first Alexander pupils

Alexander Technique and the Musician’s Union

Early days of Alexander teaching in music colleges

Musicians and Alexander teachers

Reflections on Only Connect: Theme and Variations

Whither music education?

Finale

Bibliography