Just Play: The Simple Truth Behind Musical Excellence

by Nick Bottini, Jacob Collier (Foreword)

Release the Music within. No struggle. No limits. Just play. A revolutionary new understanding of the mind is transforming the field of performance psychology, making it easier than ever before for musicians to bring out the best in themselves and make music as nature intended. Not only that, but it offers renewed hope for sufferers of anxiety, depression and a whole host of other psychological disorders. Following his own struggles, explorations and insights, working both as a professional musician and a Head of Music in London schools, Nick Bottini is now a performance coach working in the music industry. He wrote ‘Just Play’ for musicians who know that they are capable of more – to help them uncover a simpler way, not only with music and creativity, but ultimately, with themselves. 50% of all author royalties will go to support ‘Music Minds Matter’, the 24-hour mental health helpline set up by Help Musicians UK. For more information visit www.musicmindsmatter.org.uk.

Genres: Music

180 pages, Paperback

Published October 1, 2018

Reviews

[Kathryn Beale · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. I have read several books grounded in the three principles, but this one directly addressed an area I have struggled with all my life. I am not a musician but an aspiring writer. And I’ve been aspiring, trying and circling writing for such a long time! Nick explains the theory very well and I could apply everything he said to creative writing. I can now approach my writing in a completely fresh and more productive way. Insights abound, well worth a second or third read.

[Matt · Rating 2 out of 5]

It wasn't for me. I read the whole book hoping I would engage more but I found it a little repetitive and dragged out.

[Mimi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantabidosy, period.

[Jesse Fischer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Its okay - a bit repetitive but the central ideas are something everybody needs to hear. Nothing absolutely groundbreaking but could be lifechanging if you really need it

[zuzu · Rating 4 out of 5]

definitely a little repetitive, but really great information and reminders about creating and living with and around other people