As a composer deeply Immersed in the transformative power of music, I was deeply affected by Paulina Derbez’s ‘The Invisible Force of Music.’ This book is a moving exploration into how music can tap into our mind and heart, unlocking potentials in performance and beyond. Derbez delves into the mystical force of sound, providing insightful guidance on establishing a profound, authentic relationship with music, which transcends mere entertainment to become a transcendental experience for both performers and audiences. ‘The Invisible Force of Music’ is not just a guide; it’s a journey to discovering one’s true artistic capabilities and connecting with the mystical dimension of music. It’s a must-read for anyone eager to explore the deeper realms of musical art and its impact on humanity.
Barry Goldstein, Multi Award Winning Composer, Producer and Best-Selling Author
I profoundly believe that expressing and sharing the magic of music extends beyond playing skills and involves an intimate connection with one’s true self. Paulina’s profound insights and compelling exploration inspire a journey to rediscover the authentic essence of artistic creation and invite us to explore, through it, the deeper purpose of our existence.
Aline Champion 1st Violin, Berliner Philharmoniker Professor, Geneva Music University Director, Villars Music Academy Psychotherapist (HP)
With this book Derbez invites us on a journey of reflection to view the experience of practicing a musical instrument from a complex, transdisciplinary perspective. Over the course of its different chapters, she maintains a constant focus on taking conscious and integral control of our own artistic activity, with the metacognitive regulation necessary to perform our music effectively.
With an inspiring and practical style, Derbez brings us closer to the invisible force in music, always anchored in specific, practical exercises This is without doubt an indispensable book for musicians and music educators alike.
Dr. Miguel Angel Cano, Coordinator of the master’s program in pedagogy at the School of Music of Catalonia (ESMUC).
Paulina Derbez is a violinist, author, and educator. She has performed, conducted workshops, delivered lectures, and held masterclasses in countries such as Japan, Germany, France, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Mexico. Derbez earned her master’s degree in music pedagogy from the Escola Superior de Música de Catalunya and is a certified mentor in HeartMath by the HeartMath Institute. She is the founder of the Conscious Musician Program, the president of the Mexican Network of Healthy Conservatories, and a member of the scientific committee of the 2023 International Symposium on Performance Science. Derbez has received international awards and recognition for her work. For more information and testimonials.

The Invisible Force of Music addresses the implicit need for a transformation of music teaching with an impact on performing on stage. At the same time, it places an emphasis on the invisible force that lives and breathes in music, proposing a new way of releasing that power in a live performance. In this way, music is not merely a form of entertainment but an opportunity for transformation. This book offers the reader practical excersises, based on scientifc research, with a focus on the balance between mind, heart and body as the key to a powerful and effective daily music practice and stage performance. It is an invitation to discover your true artistic self.

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