Ed Lisk's latest publication presents the art of musical expression in a unique and understandable way that is easy to apply with student musicians. Through music study, students experience the beauty of musical expression - compassion, feeling, sensitivity, warmth, empathy and respect. These are but a few living or life priorities included in music study that no other discipline addresses. Artistic Nuance exposes the meaning of musical beauty and the art of expression. Contents Includes: IntroductionForewordChapter 1 The Conductor's Score: The Rigidity of NotationChapter 2 A Musical State of Mind: The Energy of Musical ExpressionChapter 3 Do You See Notes, or Do You Hear Music?Chapter 4 The Depth of Artistic SoundsChapter 6 Artistic Nuance and InflectionChapter 8 Imagination + Creativity = InterpretationChapter 9 Ensemble Listening TriadChapter 11 The Role and Influence of Jazz ExpressionChapter 12 Assessing and Evaluating Musical ExpressionFinaleBibliographyAbout the Author