Alexander Technique

Alex Yates · 12-26-2005, 10:22 PM

Hey Manny,

I know you are into "Alexander Technique" and that it compliments Dave Monette's acclimation advice on his equipment. It is also beneficial for all musicians. I have a great DVD that covers this subject very well and includes a lot of great visual instruction. I will include the link here for anyone else who is interested. If you don't already have this, you should pick it up.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...-4576737?n=130

I have had this DVD since its release. I discovered while searching for this one that several others have been released. I have not seen any of these yet, so I have no opinion. I just thought to pass this along for anyone interested in visual study of Alexander Technique.

Manny Laureano · 12-26-2005, 10:32 PM

Bless your eyes, Alex!

I will pick it up and give you my impressions...

ML

tpter1 · 12-27-2005, 10:06 AM

Wow...not that expensive at all. I was ready for a $50 price tag.

I saw this at myauditions.com, and immediately thought of this thread:
http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/s...tml?from_rss=1

Thought it relevant.

Alex Yates · 12-27-2005, 10:16 AM

Great article Glenn! I would love to have access to medical attention sensitive to the needs of musicians. Thanks for sharing.

Kenzo · 12-28-2005, 10:17 AM

Thank you for bringing the Alexander Technique up. I had read a great deal about it and picked up a manual. I read the manual several times but still wasn't sure of my understanding of the material. I did some research and found a teacher nearby, contacted her and arranged for some lessons. Well, after 6 months of AT lessons the material in the manual makes perfect sense.

I would encourage all of my colleagues to think about AT lessons. My teacher is a professional dancer so she understands the needs (and psychology) of performers.

I found that besides better posture, I breathe much easier, am more relaxed and have much more energy.

Here are a few websites for those who are interested.

www.alexandertech.org

www.atcne.com

Thanks again for bringing up AT.

K

Mikey · 12-28-2005, 10:23 AM

I also just ordered both. I will let you know how they work.

(This is great for someone with a bad back)

Kenzo · 12-28-2005, 10:38 AM

It helped relieve my back pains.

I do believe that finding a good teacher of the technique is essential. One of the problems I had from just reading and trying the technique versus lessons with a teacher was that our perceptions of what the body is actually doing is flawed. A qualified teacher can help change some of our perceptions.

Good luck with your pursuits.

K

Alex Yates · 12-28-2005, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kenzo

It helped relieve my back pains.

I do believe that finding a good teacher of the technique is essential. One of the problems I had from just reading and trying the technique versus lessons with a teacher was that our perceptions of what the body is actually doing is flawed. A qualified teacher can help change some of our perceptions.

Good luck with your pursuits.

K

I agree with you Kenzo. That is why I posted a link for a DVD. While it is not the same as having lessons, it is much more informative than trying to learn from a book.

davidquinlan · 12-28-2005, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kenzo

I do believe that finding a good teacher of the technique is essential. One of the problems I had from just reading and trying the technique versus lessons with a teacher was that our perceptions of what the body is actually doing is flawed. A qualified teacher can help change some of our perceptions.

Just like playing trumpet then.. ;)

One of my mates, who is also a trumpet player is studying to be an AT instructor/teacher. We are sometimes used as guinea pigs for him.

It's on my list of things to do........

Kenzo · 12-28-2005, 03:55 PM

Alex,

I believe you are quite correct the DVD will definitely be a help over just a manual. I think simply bringing AT to the masses (so to speak) is a positive endeavour. Thanks again.

David,

You will be able to help your friend studying to be an AT instructor quite a lot by helping him to understand the unique issues musicians have.

Best,

Kenny Roe

12-26-2005, 10:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
Alex Yates Forte User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA Brand: ECLIPSE Posts: 2,405	Alexander Technique Hey Manny, I know you are into "Alexander Technique" and that it compliments Dave Monette's acclimation advice on his equipment. It is also beneficial for all musicians. I have a great DVD that covers this subject very well and includes a lot of great visual instruction. I will include the link here for anyone else who is interested. If you don't already have this, you should pick it up. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...-4576737?n=130 I have had this DVD since its release. I discovered while searching for this one that several others have been released. I have not seen any of these yet, so I have no opinion. I just thought to pass this along for anyone interested in visual study of Alexander Technique.

12-27-2005, 10:06 AM	#3 (permalink)
tpter1 Forte User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northern New York Brand: Lawler Posts: 2,309	Wow...not that expensive at all. I was ready for a $50 price tag. I saw this at myauditions.com, and immediately thought of this thread: http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/s...tml?from_rss=1 Thought it relevant.
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Mikey Forte User Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 1,861	I also just ordered both. I will let you know how they work. (This is great for someone with a bad back)
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12-26-2005, 10:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
Manny Laureano Utimate User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: USA Posts: 5,989	Bless your eyes, Alex! I will pick it up and give you my impressions... ML

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Alex Yates Forte User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA Brand: ECLIPSE Posts: 2,405	Great article Glenn! I would love to have access to medical attention sensitive to the needs of musicians. Thanks for sharing.

12-28-2005, 10:17 AM	#5 (permalink)
Kenzo Pianissimo User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Bristol, Connecticut Brand: Bach Posts: 52	Thank you for bringing the Alexander Technique up. I had read a great deal about it and picked up a manual. I read the manual several times but still wasn't sure of my understanding of the material. I did some research and found a teacher nearby, contacted her and arranged for some lessons. Well, after 6 months of AT lessons the material in the manual makes perfect sense. I would encourage all of my colleagues to think about AT lessons. My teacher is a professional dancer so she understands the needs (and psychology) of performers. I found that besides better posture, I breathe much easier, am more relaxed and have much more energy. Here are a few websites for those who are interested. www.alexandertech.org www.atcne.com Thanks again for bringing up AT. K

12-28-2005, 10:38 AM	#7 (permalink)
Kenzo Pianissimo User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Bristol, Connecticut Brand: Bach Posts: 52	It helped relieve my back pains. I do believe that finding a good teacher of the technique is essential. One of the problems I had from just reading and trying the technique versus lessons with a teacher was that our perceptions of what the body is actually doing is flawed. A qualified teacher can help change some of our perceptions. Good luck with your pursuits. K

12-28-2005, 03:55 PM	#10 (permalink)
Kenzo Pianissimo User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Bristol, Connecticut Brand: Bach Posts: 52	Alex, I believe you are quite correct the DVD will definitely be a help over just a manual. I think simply bringing AT to the masses (so to speak) is a positive endeavour. Thanks again. David, You will be able to help your friend studying to be an AT instructor quite a lot by helping him to understand the unique issues musicians have. Best, Kenny Roe

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