Starting to play a musical instrument is always exciting!
Maybe you’ve dreamt of it for years and finally found time in your schedule, or perhaps you just want to have fun jamming with friends and creating great memories together.
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You’ve found a good teacher, or maybe you’ve decided to learn a bit from YouTube or some learning apps. You bought your instrument, and here you are—hands on the keys, strings, or drumsticks—ready to rock! 🎵
You’re following lessons week by week. But after some time, as things get a little more complicated, you encounter a challenge—things aren’t going as smoothly as you expected.
So, what’s happening here?
Welcome to the world of patience and trusting the process!
Without these, progress in music simply isn’t possible.
To help make the journey easier, here are a few tips that apply to everyone:
Practice Slowly
It’s natural to want to play the song you love over and over, but if you keep doing that, you’ll overplay it to the point where it won’t sound right anymore. :(
Repeat the Challenging Parts
If there’s a part of the song that’s giving you trouble, don’t just keep starting over from the beginning. Focus on these bars and practice them in isolation until it becomes easier.
Practice Each Hands Separately
Take the time to practice with each hand independently. Ensure you can play the sections confidently and without mistakes before combining them. And if things don’t go smoothly when you bring both hands together, take a step back and revisit the separate practice.
Count Out Loud
This may not seem important, especially if we know the song very well. However, sometimes our sense of rhythm and tempo can get a bit lost while playing difficult technical parts. Also, don't forget to count out loud while practicing.
Practice daily, even if it's for a short time
Regular practice, even if it’s only 15-20 minutes, can be more effective than long practice sessions that aren't frequent. Keeping a consistent routine helps consolidate skills
Take breaks
Don’t forget to rest your hands and your mind. Over-practicing can lead to physical issues (like hand pain) and decreased focus. Short breaks can actually improve your overall effectiveness.
The key to success in learning to play a musical instrument lies in a strong will and a love for music. Love + following these pieces of advice can bring you success.
In addition, this process can be much easier with the guidance of a teacher who can support you along the way.
If you need guidance or personalized support, feel free to reach out to me!
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