William Westney Books

William Westney is a celebrated artist and educator whose innovative approaches to music education and performance resonate globally. His pedagogical methods, famously known as the "Un-Master Class," challenge traditional instruction and foster a deeper understanding of musical artistry. Westney's publications and presentations explore the intersection of music, creativity, and problem-solving, inspiring not only musicians but also professionals in other fields. Through his extensive performing career and teaching work, he has established himself as a visionary enriching the musical landscape with his unique insights.

Perfect Wrong Note
240 pages
9 hours of reading
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In this groundbreaking book, prize-winning pianist and noted educator William Westney helps readers discover their own path to the natural, transcendent fulfillment of making music. Drawing on experience, psychological insight, and wisdom ancient and modern, Westney shows how to trust yourself and set your own musicality free. He offers healthy alternatives for lifelong learning and suggests significant change in the way music is taught. For example, playing a wrong note can be constructive, useful, even enlightening. The creator of the acclaimed Un-Master Class® workshop also explores the special potential of group work, outlining the basics of his revelatory workshop that has transformed the music experience for participants the world over.Practicing, in Westney’s view, is a lively, honest, adventurous, and spiritually rewarding enterprise, and it can (and should) meet with daily success, which empowers us to grow even more. Teachers, professionals, and students of any instrument will benefit from this unique guide, which brings artistic vitality, freedom, and confidence within everyone’s reach
Eros at the Piano
The Life-Energy of Classical Music
256 pages
9 hours of reading
Exploring the human dimension of classical music-making, William Westney weaves philosophical concepts of Eros into the art and practice of musicians. This fresh perspective highlights the emotional and relational aspects of music, emphasizing their importance in today's world. Through a remarkable journey, Westney invites readers to appreciate the deeper connections and meanings behind classical music, making it relevant and resonant in contemporary society.

Perfect Wrong Note

Eros at the Piano