The Music Lesson

[dar512]

Have you read this book by Victor Wooten? Did it make a change in your playing/practicing?

I'm about half-way through. The verdict is still out, but I do find that it has given me a different perspective on making music and practicing.

[Greg Clinkingbeard]

Great book. You might also like Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner. The idea behind both books, IMO is to release the music that is already there; to think beyond the mechanics to the feeling of it.
Sure, Vic is a little 'out there', but he offers a valuable perspective.

[J. Crawford]

My all time favorite book. I have read it about 3 times now.

[mcbosler]

Originally Posted by clink

Great book. You might also like Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner. The idea behind both books, IMO is to release the music that is already there; to think beyond the mechanics to the feeling of it.

+1

[Froaderick]

I like the book. A little odd at times but the overall message is clear.

[lowend219]

really enjoyed the book. its hasn't helped my playing directly, but It puts me in a better mindset to be a better player, if that makes any sense. It also generally just puts me in a good mood, and that's always good for your playing. I had some trouble digesting Effortless Mastery, I read it a couple of years ago, maybe I should give it another try...

[Square Bear]

haven't read effortless mastery, but i have seen two of kenny werner's seminars on the ideas behind the book. i would try to see kenny do one of these lecture/seminars. very inspiring, kenny werner changed my life a little.

[bobknowsbass]

Love the book. Every bass player out there should be hip to Vic's "10 elements of Music" it helped me get through my first tour with flying colors. It is pretty out there, but it helps to remember it's mostly fiction.

[MDEbass]

I read it a couple years ago. I wouldnt say it changed the way i practice, but it did open my mind way up musically, which of course affected my playing positively.

[groovlow]

Read the book.
Play better on your next gig
Have more fun too.
Far out? thats the way it's supposed to be.
It's a magical world
thanks vic

[Staccato]

Found a copy at the local library via their website, thanks!