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Jack Kornfield—author of A Path With Heart:

"Dear musicians, you hold in your hands a beautiful offering that can enliven your embodied presence, and bring heart wisdom to your art."

Rachel Podger—violinist:

"A truly inspiring book: easy to dip into before a stressful concert, to read deeply from cover to cover, or to keep close as a practical handbook of exercises and meditations. I will be recommending it to every musician I know."

Lucy Russell—violinist, Fitzwilliam quartet:

"Ruth takes us by the hand with compassion, wisdom and humour, guiding us through the challenges most frequently experienced by musicians — including her own...You will never feel alone as you read this book. Ruth holds a safe space for all of us, together."

Guy Johnston—cellist, president of European string Teachers' Association

"I can relate to so much of what is talked about so engagingly in this beautiful book, and honestly felt like I was being liberated with every turn of the page. I will be encouraging all my students to absorb this essential reading, and continuing to work at embodying all the good stuff that can help one grow and deepen as a musician for years to come.”

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“An illuminating volume...

...There is wisdom here, life experience and support.

...Beauty at the Edge of Catastrophe might well receive a wider audience far beyond the world of performing."

Anne Inglis, The Strad Magazine. Read full review here.

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A short film about the book by Uncle Ginger

In conversation with Keelan Carew 
Some Bach and a reading from the book
Bach film courtesy of Zenezen

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