Jason Heath recently noted some book recommendations for musicians from Chicago bassist Greg Sarchet. I have a few of my own that I’d like to add to the mix!
- Zander, Rosamund, and Benjamin Zander. The Art of Possibility
–I complained loudly when I was in Ben’s orchestra rehearsals, and thought he was a nut in class. To this day he is one of the most influential figures in my life. This is a must-read. - Green, Barry, and W. Gallwey. Inner Game of Music
–We can’t forget Barry Green’s book! - Hofstadter, Douglas. G√∂del, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid
–Because you are an effing geek. Seriously, this book is a key component for my theories on the correlations between music and science.
py (oceanskies79)
October 6th, 2007
Hi Joe, among the book that you have recommended, I have read the first two. I agree that The Art of Possibility is a good read. I find myself rereading the book from time-to-time to remind myself of some of its useful concepts.
Green’s Inner Game of Music provides useful ideas for the musician, and it is written by a double bassist. Actually, I have found it quite difficult to read especially the first one-third of it. Thank goodness that I eventually muster the discipline and perserverance to finish it, and I certain benefit from it.
Joe
October 6th, 2007
Glad to hear you found Zander’s book useful!