How to Practice

Practicing Tips:

1. Be consistent - practice a little every day to develop muscle memory (10-20 minutes)

2. Find a quiet place to practice.

3. Begin by playing something fun.

4. Practice weekly assignment.

Something new? Here are some steps to help you learn a new piece:

a. Read the rhythm.

b. Add pitches to the rhythm.

c. Sing and finger the notes.

d. Slowly play through song or section of song.

e. Isolate difficult parts (take them out of the song, play them slowly several times, then put them back into the song)

f. Play the entire song / section

5. End your practice with something fun!

6. Perform for someone!