Make practice part of your daily routine.
Set aside specific time for it.
Designate a specific
area as your music area.
Gather your musical 'stuff'; instrument, picks, capos, music books, metronome,
music stand & tuner and keep them close at hand.
Keep your instrument handy!
Get an instrument stand
or hang it on the wall. Everyone plays more when it’s easily accessible.
Try to play daily.
15 minutes every day is better than an hour & a half twice a week. We do EVERYTHING better when we do it
regularly. The more time you are able to put into anything the more noticeable the results AND the greater the personal reward.
Practice your weekly
assignments striving for perfection in technique, tone and speed.
Don't forget to play pieces
for your own enjoyment. There is a distinct difference between the two, so allow time for both.
Parents of young students
As with everything your child does, the more you are involved and provide encouragement, the greater the chances
of success.
Children will need to be reminded
of their daily routine. That's just part of it.
Show your child their progress and success are important to you.
Music is not something you master by understanding, it's only mastered with continued
practice, performance and critique. Help your child understand there will be good days and there will be not so good
days. This is a process just like building any other skill.
What they accomplish in their musical pursuit will benefit them in all areas of life.
Music is a form of self expression, therefore we must be sensitive when providing
guidance.
At least once a week you should sit
with your student and listen, offering encouragement. Consider learning an instrument with your child! No greater
reward is found than making music with someone you love.
