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3/29/2015

Tricks to beat practice procrastination

Have goal
Block the time
Make a list
Turn off the electronics
Work the list
Track the time
Repeat

I'm a fairly effective practising musician. But, I frequently find that I too waste time practising by not following these steps. It is a constant battle. For further insight have a look at these links.

Cheers,

David

http://www.cnet.com/how-to/trick-your-lazy-brain-into-being-more-productive/

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/01/070110090851.htm

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Jazz skills from Jerry Coker Part Two

3/20/2015

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Having an identifiable sound in the tonal quality of your playing.

The speed, evenness, and clarity of execution in your technique.

The ability to play with consistently accurate time and feeling of pulse.
Your choice of tonal material in improvisation.

The spirit and drive of your playing. The emotional feeling and vitality comes from your conviction of rhythm and pulse.

The melodiousness of your lyricism.

The depth and variety of your repertoire.

Your ability to navigate,with integrity, a wide range of repertoire (vehicles) without losing effectiveness.

The quality of your inventiveness, creativity, originality which demonstrates your innovation.

Listening to Jazz by Jerry Coker page 77 & 78

Cheers,

David

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Why take a piano exam?

3/13/2015

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Why take a piano exam?

1. It is claimed that structured music study, with appropriate celebrations of milestone achievements, leads to solid musicianship and a love of lifelong learning.

2. Students work harder when the score is being kept. Score keeping is a good motivator in achievement and success.

3. It is a clear demonstration to college recruiters you can complete a multi-year project.

4. Structured music study builds solid musical foundations through developing the various strands that build musical confidence in a performer and an audience's joy and appreciation.

·       Repertoire Finished pieces that sparkle
·       Technical skill The tools to get the job done
·       Sight reading Facilitates quicker learning
·       Ear Training We can’t play what we can’t hear. Aids memorization
·       Theory Aids memorization and facilitates quicker learning through understanding.

Here is the research. Judge for yourself.

A personal note: I completed my Grade 10 at 45 and Associate at 47. It changed my life!

Cheers,

David Story

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Why take a piano exam?

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