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" The Alexander technique resource book : "
John B. Harer, Sharon Munden.
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BL
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981840
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b736210
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Harer, John B.
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The Alexander technique resource book : : a reference guide /\ John B. Harer, Sharon Munden.
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Lanham, Md. :: Scarecrow Press,, 2009.
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1 online resource (xxx, 161 pages)
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0810863928
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: 9780810863927
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0810854317
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9780810854314
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Preface; Acknowledgments; Introduction: The History and Foundations of the Alexander Technique; Chapter 1. General Texts and Articles; Chapter 2. Resources for the Performing Arts, Especially Dance, Music, and Theater; Chapter 3. Resources for Sports, Fitness, and Recreation; Chapter 4. Resources for Health and Medicine; Chapter 5. Electronic Resources on the Alexander Technique; Chapter 6. Journals on the Alexander Technique and Body-Work Subjects; Chapter 7. Audiovisual Materials; Chapter 8. Directory of Alexander Technique Associations; A Brief Glossary of Significant Terms.
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The Alexander Technique is a hands-on educational method that helps individuals learn how to eliminate tension in the body caused by habitual limitations in the way they move and think. The health benefits of the Alexander Technique are both physical andemotional. It improves balance, posture, and stamina, and has been shown to improve cognitive functions. And it was practiced and endorsed by renowned philosopher and educator John Dewey. The Alexander Technique Resource Book provides guidance andinformation that aids in studying the technique and locating sources for further research in the fi.
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Alexander technique, Bibliography.
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Alexander technique, Directories.
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Alexander technique.
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REFERENCE.
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016.6137/8
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Z6675.A42H37 2009eb
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Munden, Sharon.
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