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The Power of Practice

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Music/Instruction & Study/Techniques
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 Buddhism
 Rituals & Practice
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 Yoga
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2024-01-01
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The Power of Practice: How Music and Yoga Transformed the Life and Work of Yehudi Menuhin showcases the pioneering achievements of renowned violinist Yehudi Menuhin (1916-99) and how both disciplines transformed his life and practice. Menuhin’s contributions as a performer, teacher, and humanitarian are celebrated around the world. Less well known, however, is Menuhin’s devotion to the practice of yoga and his close friendship with the renowned yogi B. K. S. Iyengar (1918–2014), whose guidance profoundly influenced Menuhin as both a musician and a philanthropist. Menuhin applied his understanding of Iyengar’s teachings to his philosophy of musical practice, creating new ways to approach the teaching of violin technique. He also took broader lessons from yoga to inform his approach to interacting with the larger world as a cultural ambassador and influential artist. Through the lens of the life and work of the celebrated violinist and devoted yogi, this book uncovers deep connections between music and yoga. It shows how the practice of both disciplines can profoundly transform our world into a better place.
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