The Music Lesson: A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music | 
 enlarge | Author: Victor L. Wooten
Publisher: Berkley Trade
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  13 reviews
Sales Rank: 5502
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 288
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.8
ISBN: 0425220931
Dewey Decimal Number: 781.1
EAN: 9780425220931
ASIN: 0425220931
Publication Date: April 1, 2008
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Product Description
From Grammy-winning musical icon and legendary bassist Victor L. Wooten comes The Music Lesson, the story of a struggling young musician who wanted music to be his life, and who wanted his life to be great. Then, from nowhere it seemed, a teacher arrived. Part musical genius, part philosopher, part eccentric wise man, the teacher would guide the young musician on a spiritual journey, and teach him that the gifts we get from music mirror those from life, and every movement, phrase, and chord has its own meaning...All you have to do is find the song inside.
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The Music Lesson July 22, 2008
Victor Wooten has succeeded in communicating a complete "how to" concerning what plagues most most musicians: the transfer of your emotional attachment to the music to the audience. Many musicians become so wrapped up in the technique they lose the ability to let the music flow and speak to them and through them to the audience. Victor explains how to utilize technique without losing spontaneous communication,the real essence of music, especially American Jazz. A read for every serious musician, and those who want to better understand how to feel the music.
For Musicians Seeking a Higher Purpose July 2, 2008
As a music major and literature lover, the first section (and usually only) I visit at the book store is the music section. I was actually searching for another book that was no where to be found, and decided to just browse around. I accidentally stubled upon this book that had only two copies of itself. It seemed intruguing, and then upon seeing its author I definatly had to give it a chance. While leaving the store, I was hoping my money was well spent.
The character Mr. Wooten learns from in this book would most likely call my stumble upon it a sure act of fate. I was meant to pick up this book and it has now given me a new, liberating outlook on my music and developed love for the art better than anything I had ever experienced. Any musician or music appreciator can read this book and change their ability and enjoyment for music perminantly. I have even created a method of incorporating the book with my practice routine. No, I have actually created a new routine based on this book-It is THAT life changing.
Your life and your music are a unity, the same entity, and should be treated as so. This book will teach you to do this naturally, as if you were born with this knowlege. You will connect with Music in the perfect way for the rest of your life, and if you care about her, you will read this book!
Richard Bach straps on a 4-string. June 24, 2008
Although he has shamelessly "borrowed" from Richard Bach's book, 'Illusions', Victor Wooten has written an inspiring reminder for us. He reminds us that what we wish to know we already know and that we only need to remember that. It's a very zen and easy read; also much funnier than I had imagined it would be. The sound of one hand slapping has never sounded so good.
If you can play better than Victor.....read it anyway! June 23, 2008
Regardless of age, education level, instrument(s) of choice, current musical proficiency or music style this book is well worth your time. If you do not play but love music it is still well worth your time. It is a fun, quick read that is loaded with ideas that open your mind and expand your perspective. If you are a seasoned musician in a rut this is your way out! If you are in a band that is not having fun and/or not making progress (or even if you are) get the entire band to read it and your next rehearsal will be unlike anything you have experienced! For $10 this one is a no brainer! It is virtually guaranteed to improve your playing!!
Learn how to be music... June 19, 2008
We already are music, but this book helps reintroduce us into being music that we already are. For music is a living breathing entity that's already thare and we are part of its conduit be it with our voice, guitar, bass, harmonica, etc. All music is a voice and we shouldn't judge a voice by its cover.
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