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David Leisner: Playing with Ease, Composition and the Joy of Collaboration
· Focal Dystonia
David Leisner discusses Playing with Ease, his gradual return from dystonia, composing, Schubert arrangements and chamber music. The final reflection in this interview series.
David Leisner: Music beyond Fingers and Concerts
· Focal Dystonia
David Leisner discusses his guitar, interpretation, neglected repertoire, new music and contact with audiences. A wider musical perspective for readers living with focal dystonia.
David Leisner: A Broader Musical Life, Practice and the Journey out of Dystonia
· Focal Dystonia
David Leisner connects his experience of focal dystonia with practice, competitions, composition and collaboration. A broader view of musical life and education.
David Leisner: What Lies within Bach, Ginastera, Villa-Lobos and Mertz
· Focal Dystonia
David Leisner explores Bach, Ginastera, Villa-Lobos and Mertz. An invitation to musical listening, interpretation and discovery beyond the limits of finger technique.
David Leisner: The Person First, the Guitar Second
· Focal Dystonia
David Leisner discusses Playing with Ease, supporting the guitar, movement, breathing and teaching. A reflection on healthier playing without promises of a fixed recovery timetable.
David Leisner on Focal Dystonia: The First Discovery Is Not the End of the Journey
· Focal Dystonia
David Leisner describes his long return from focal dystonia and the search for freer movement. The article distinguishes his personal experience from general treatment advice.
David Leisner: Returning after Dystonia, Creativity and Support in Life
· Focal Dystonia
David Leisner discusses returning after focal dystonia, composing, chamber music and the support of his husband. A reflection on recovery within a wider musical and personal life.
David Leisner: A Personal Musical Voice, Stage Fright and Trust
· Focal Dystonia
The performer's personality, Schubert's arrangements and stage fright in an interview with Benjamin Tinto. David Leisner on confidence in preparation, attention on stage and music as a refuge in life.