Bøker av Kristian Steenstrup

Blow Your Mind is a practical guide for the serious brass player, student or teacher who is pursuing insight into research-based methods for playing brass instruments. Like the author's earlier work, Teaching Brass (2007), the present book deals with essential physiological aspects of brass playing such as embouchure, articulation and breathing, but also advances into recent discoveries in educational psychology and neuroscience that bear on learning, practicing and the mental aspects of performance.

"Teaching Brass" thoroughly looks at the different aspects of teaching brass players. First and foremost, the book is written for brass teachers, who wish to get a greater insight into the scientific foundation of brass educational theory and practice - an area in which it has previously been difficult to obtain relevant specialist literature.

"Deep Practice - Peak Performance" offers a comprehensive examination of the advancements in music practiceand performance research achieved in recent decades. Drawing upon a diverse range of disciplines, including music pedagogy, neuroscience, sports science, and performance psychology, this book presents a thorough exploration involving a plethora of studies that investigate various methodologies and their practical applications.This scholarly work caters to both professional musicians and serious students aiming to enhance their skills as well as educators seeking to provide better guidance to their students. By incorporating the latest scientific insights, the book elucidates the intricate processes involved in talent development and explores optimal brain states for learning and performance. It further investigates efficient strategies for acquiring musical material, considering pedagogical traditions alongside empirical findings and theoretical considerations."Deep Practice - Peak Performance" advocates for an evidence-based, hands-on approach to optimal performance under pressure, eschewing mystical notions. Through its rigorous research and grounded perspectives, this book further equips musicians and pedagogues with practical tools to transcend limitations and achieve heightened artistry and expressivity.