These are my 5 favorite books related to music, guitar playing, artistry, and the spirit of self.
I love this book because Rick dives deep into the spirit of art and creativity rather. The highlights of his career are nowhere to be found. Instead, he subtly reveals how his character and values have influenced music across decades and genres.
Victor Wooten beautifully challenges pre-conceived notions of how we might approach playing an instrument. This book breaks down musicality into ten principles, each a reflection of day-to-day life.
Pulling themes from Zen philosophy, Philip Toshio Sudo discusses approaching music with deliberate intentions. Whether you are rehearsing or performing, truly being "in the moment" will always yeild the best results.
I came across this book before I even learned about the concept of stoicism. There countless underlined passages that I return to frequently. Here is one:
"Today I escaped from anxiety. Or no, I discarded it, because it was within me, in my own perceptions - not outside."
This is a concise book and a fast read - full of themes and reminders that our minds are more powerful then they often let on. It encapsulates the concept that what we think about yields what see and receive in the world.
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