I was fairly skeptical at first, but eventually decided to attend a workshop where Michael Frederick was teaching and that made a big difference in my playing. Much less shoulder pain and by all accounts a better sound. Later, i was fortunate enough to begin private lessons with Robert Rickover during one of his regular visits to Toronto and each time I see him for a few lessons, by playing improves and at this point the pain is completely gone.

I urge every musician and musician-in-training to give this method of try – you’ll be amazed at what you discover. Robert has a wonderful podcast where you can hear a selection of podcasts about the Technique and musicians at