Download or read book The improviser’s handbook: Is this actually music? written by Victor Podeanu and published by Victor Podeanu. This book was released on 2020-07-14 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book content: - Introduction: Things I would have liked to know when I first picked up the instrument. - What is improvisation? The state of constant mystery, and the decision process for choosing the next note. - Mindset: Above all else, find and do your own thing. - How to build an excellent relationship with your instrument: First parameter is the physical distance between you and your instrument, much more important that what you play. - Misconceptions about what you should do with the instrument and what shouldn't even be tried.. hint: everything can and should be tried. - Suggestions for approaches that have stood the test of time for me. - Recordings: Creating a sound diary, doesn't have to be perfect. - Fame and fortune