Very nice Alexander Technique rif! Love it. Visitors might want to check out their website at http://alexandertechnique.com
Keep up the good work!
From Robert
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alexander's ragtime technique
I also like your presentation of the Technique – expect for one sentence: “Later when I returned to rehearsing I concentrating on holding my body easily erect with a naturally elevated head.”
I wonder what would happen if you stopped: 1. concentrating and 2. holding
How about: “I’m not not tightening my neck” and/or “I’m not fixing my head” Lots more possibilities of course.
Give it a shot!
From Frani
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alexander's ragtime technique
Ah, well – describing about what is happening when you are using Alexander Technique to undo what is stuck is usually tricky and challenging in itself. However you described it, actually applying the A.T. discipline was the point – because it worked! Telling your story about it gives a great flavor to your experience of what it is like to be a musician. There’s lots of ways to learn the wrong thing by mistake when you’re always learning pieces to play – your practical tips about how to get around anxiety are comforting. Plus the pictures were the best part. Thanks for keeping this blog!
From jupiterj
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alexander's ragtime technique
Very very cool. Thank you, Sue, Robert, and Frani for your responses. This is sort of my idealized dream of the internets, that people can have conversation around common interests and ideas.
Living in the western portion of Michigan, I find there are no Alexander Technique teachers closer than Ann Arbor. I am seriously considering setting up a lesson or two this summer if possible.
From Mary L.Jenkins
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more alexander tech talk & dolphin bubble heads
Your article on dolphins was something new for me to learn…I did not know this about them..you see, you can still teach an old dog new tricks…..
From Ruth Rootberg
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alexander's ragtime technique
Hey Jupiterj:
You’re in luck – the next AmSAT (American Society for the Alexander Technique) annual meeting will be in Ann Arbor, June 16-20. There are usually opportunities for the public to have lessons or classes. Check out www.amsat.ws in the next few weeks.
From the youngest daughter
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overthinking. over thinking.
ah, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about “distracting one’s self away from self sabotage”… I’m making a serious effort lately to keep my head more balanced. I spent a whole lot of time feeling depressed and guilty about my unemployment and lack of future prospects over the last few months, and I’m determined not to keep heading in that direction. In the spirit of a fresh new year, I have managed to keep my head fairly clear for the majority of each week, only being severely upset about my situation maybe one day a week.
anyway, I hope you find something nice at Barnes & Noble. Who is mom’s friend that’s playing?
i love you,
x
From David J
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soul windows
In regards to civic engagement it is people like the ones who created this application that will assist with getting citizens more involved with government at all levels….
http://seeclickfix.blogspot.com/
David J
From David j
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quick update
Whats the deal with “Bah”? Are you being sheepish?
From jupiterj
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quick update
bah: “An exclamation expressive of extreme contempt or distemper; A joking acceptance of loss in some form of competition, or humourous agreement” intended usage in regard to my friend’s dying wife: “curses” or “damn!” same meaning intended yesterday in regard to having to quit to do some work. No sheepish (“sheepishness – shamefacedness: feeling embarrassed about yourself “) intended.
It always surprises when people actually read this dang blog. Thank you for reading….. I hope things are going well. love from Dad
From David J
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a good day
Interesting article about the president and us generation x….
Take it easy! Caaalllm down…reeeelax .Remember your own
movies in your head are influencing your thoughts. And if all else fails remember ancient Chinese proverb …Man who run in front of car get tired, but man who run behind car get exhausted…
David j
From davidj
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this and that
Remember ancient Chinese proverb…
Crowded elevator smell different to midget!
From Franis
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I don't want to be in the movie
I have a similar issue with “branding myself” that I’ve often struggled with – but never put in words so eloquently as you have done here. All I knew was that it had to do with a distaste for self-marketing, professionalism and people who do not “walk their talk.” Thanks for your articulation!
From jupiterj
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I don't want to be in the movie
Thank you Fran and David for reading and commenting! I am flattered. See today’s post (2/8/10) for a bit more on some of this (It’s toward the end)
From Davidj
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another good day hopefully
That last book looks interesting. Maybe you can relate since you are emotionally weird. Relax kidding!
Remember ancient Chinese proverb…
Man who eat many prunes get good run for money…
David j
From eileen
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another good day hopefully
Geez, for not “working” you sure get a lot of work done! I’m sure there’s a Chinese proverb that covers this one 🙂
From the youngest daughter
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high school for sure dude
I’m just catching up on your blogs this morning..
I’m shocked to hear that you went to your saturday gig without your netbook! I thought you took that with you everywhere…. hehe. x
From Steve
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drained but functioning
just writing to tell you I read you every day-peace Jonny Ray
From David j
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poems and ashes
I feel compelled to respond to your post…..but I will do it in an email….
David J
From David j
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quick pre-bill session post
be sure to check your email jupiter jenkins….
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