ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE WITH PRACTICE!!!!!!!
It is very important that parents help establish a practice routine with students.
SUGGESTIONS FOR PRACTICING AT HOME
Create a routine (suggested order)
1. Homework
2. Practice Instrument
3. Chores
4. Play time
Spend the first 5 minutes of warm ups
Work on scales for 5 minutes
Work on lesson assignment for 10 minutes
Work on band music for 5-10 minutes
End by playing some of your favorite music
SUGGESTIONS FOR PRACTICING AT HOME
Create a routine (suggested order: homework, practice instrument, chores, play time)
Practice at least 10 min. Per day
-It is typical for students to get carried away and practice more (this is good!)
-It is more beneficial to practice 10 min. Per day than an hour one day and 3 days off.
-Students should play whether they feel like it or not.
Have a goal- short term vs. long term
Use a metronome
Use a music stand
Practice Space
Repetition