More effective practice tips for the beginners
Follow the same procedure with each new piece:
- Clap and count the rhythm.
- Play and count loud.
- Remember, the numbers under or above the notes represent the fingers numbers, not the count.
- Do not try to play the whole piece through over and over
- Practice small sections: two-three measures a few times, then one row a few times until comfortable. Do the same with the next row. You’ll find that in the beginning the patterns repeat a lot.
- Isolate the problems spots: practice those more rather than always starting over. Then integrate the sections back together.
- Take breaks every 10 minutes if you can’t concentrate more.
- Make sure you practice slowly and count at the same speed. Don’t speed up sections that seem easier.
- As you get more advanced, remember to practice each hand separate until you can handle it.
- You don’t need to practice all pieces (or books) every day if you don’t have time. Cycle through them during the week.
- It is also helpful if you keep reviewing past material. You’ll realize how much easier it seems.
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