"Aww, do I have to practice the piano?" Learning piano online while really cool is also a routine we get into and sometimes just don't want to practice. Believe it or not, everyone is motivated by something--usually by what is the most fun! The trick is to find it! So how can you make practicing the piano or doing the dishes as gratifying as playing video games or updating Facebook? Can you help your daughter or yourself see the benefit in completing schoolwork or housework, as well as playing soccer with her friends or having a girls night out with friends for you? YES, You can! Try channeling your energy into positive, productive, and motivated learning experiences. Foster Continue Reading
How to Practice More Challenging Songs
When songs start becoming more challenging, I recommend the following: First, make sure your practice sessions are at least 10 minutes. Second, focus only on a small portion of a song during a practice session. For example, measures 1-4 of the right hand, measures 5-8 of the right hand, or the last 4 measures, or you can group them in any other way you would like to. Master each grouping with each hand separately , then master each grouping with hands together. Never play the song from top to bottom until this process is over. However, make sure your timing is connected between the groupings so you song does not sound like separate groups of 4 measures. You can group your groupings Continue Reading