Brigitte
Breakthrough in insights this lesson, Brigitte. Now, please practice and put the things we discovered into effect!
Minutes to practice: 45 per day.
What to practice: The pieces marked with today’s date.
How to practice it most effectively: Practicing in slow motion, focusing on the pitch while playing at the bridge, making a good sound for every note you articulate!
Mazin
‘Dill Pickles’ is sounding really good, Maz. Great practice this past week. And, thanks for reminding me that 4 songs is enough to practice on per week.
Minutes to practice: 45 per day.
What to practice: The pieces marked in your book – minus the two new ones I assigned last week. Thanks for reminding me. Working on 4 songs at a time is enough!!
How to practice it most effectively: By keeping eyes on page, making sure the rhythm is correct above all, then notes and fingerings.
How parents can support practice: Making sure Maz has enough time to practice!
Chloe
Excellent practice this past week, as always. Don’t be so hard on yourself, dear! You’re doing really well. Trying new things can sometimes feel uncomfortable at first, but if you try, you ultimately will prevail!!
Minutes to practice: 30 (or more) per day.
What to practice: The pieces noted in your notebook.
How to practice it most effectively: By moving to the pieces strong beats (in the correct way) as you play.
How parents can support practice: Encourage Chloe to move side to side when playing to 3/4 time!