Practicing and Focus
Practicing is a learned trade. It does not come easy to many of us but it is important. Not only so that you can meet your goals but also it will help you develop principles.
A person with good practice technique will significantly increase their results and strengthen their belief in themselves. This is beneficial not only for your confidence, but your creativity as well.
How do you organize your thoughts in order to focus on your goals?
Consistent practice leads to development of solid principles built on knowledge, your confidence grows as you attain goals, your creativity improves as you relax and define your habits.
Remember not to constantly judge your progress. Take it easy on yourself and enjoy your instrument. Good practice is enough to say that you did it, and that you are on the path to success.
Practice when your energy level is at its highest. Study your most difficult tasks at your high energy times. That way your are more apt to understand what your doing and remember those songs faster!
Below are some tips to help you develop those habits. You should notice improvement in a few days
, but like any practice, there will be ups and downs so stay true and good things come in time!
Practice Tips
- Take a few minutes to summarize a few daily objectives.
- Gather what you will need so you don’t needlessly get up and down.
- Think of a general strategy to get your objectives done.
- Get a dedicated space, chair, table, lighting and environment that you use every time you practice.
- Turn off your cell phone or telephone
- Avoid being disturbed or interrupted by putting up a sign.
- Develop a steady routine and stick to a daily schedule.
- Accommodate your day/nighttime energy levels
- Create an incentive if necessary for successfully completing a task.
- Alternate reading with song playing, music theory study etc…
- Play with a group of people.
- Ask your teachers or friends for alternative strategies for learning.
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