Practice Tips
In learning to play an instrument, progress is a
process of adding new
skills to ones already mastered. The following are
some suggestions
for students which may help them practice and learn
more effectively.
Record daily practice times on a chart.
Schedule a regular time each day and adhere to the
schedule.
Dont put off practicing until the end of the day.
Make practice sessions a habit. Consistent
practice hastens and
maintains progress.
Focus on progress and improvement. Listen. Be calm
and patient; improvement comes one step at a time.
Dont become discouraged; there will be days when
everything
suddenly comes together. Effort and persistence are
the keys.
Review each lesson and set objectives to work on
before each
new practice session.
Attend as many concerts and performances as
possible. Watch
how the performers play and interact. Much can be
learned from
performances of all types, whether chamber music,
orchestra,
opera, theater, or solo performances.
Records, video tapes and compact discs can be
valuable
learning aids. Listen or watch, and learn different
techniques and
interpretations.
Music is like a language. The greater the mastery
of its grammar
and structure, the more effectively musical
interpretations can
be communicated.
Play music with peers and learn from each other.
Read music with
friends; enjoy and use new skills.
As of April 3, 2008
The new Greenwich/Cos Cob address is:
403 East Putnam Avenue
Cos Cob, CT 06807
Telephone: 203.661-9500
The new address for the Riverside School
of Music that is located in Greenwich/Cos Cob
is:
401 East Putnam Avenue
Cos Cob, CT 06807
Telephone: 203.661-9501
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Our Westport facility is
available by appointment ONLY:
25 Davenport Avenue
Westport, CT 06880
Phone: 203.227.9577
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