Playing stringed instruments is great for our minds and our dexterity, but anyone who has played an instrument for years knows that it can also play havoc on our bodies. This book contains information that will be of value to all musicians, but is specifically tailored to bring extra value to string players, and the specific bodily needs that they have.
Put the warmups, cooldowns, stretches and exercises outlined in this book to use as part of your daily practice to keep your body in tip top shape, and get the most out of your practice time.
Vi Wickam is a composer, teacher, award winning fiddler, and inspired performer who brings his full energy to every performance. Vi teaches regularly at workshops and camps around the US, and is one of the founders of myTalentForge.com an online music school. He is a champion of musicÕs power to improve and enrich our lives in tangible ways, and infuses that goal into every project and performance.