Hey Gang, it's Monday.

Once a man was asked, "How do I get to Carnegie Hall"

He replied, "Practice, Practice, Practice".

Practice is the only way a musical student can improve their playing, and in turn enjoy their instrument more.

Here are some tips to promote practice;

1. Create a practice spot. - a place where you can leave a music stand and material out.

2. Create a practice time. - Practicing at the same time each day, helps create a sense of importants.

3. Create a practice goal. - a goal would be - to play chords C, F, and G7 fluidly in a moderate tempo. On the violin, play a G scale with quarter notes without any sliding of the fingers.

4. Create a practice log. - list the days of the week on a pad of paper and record the number of minutes practiced each day. This will help create accountability.

If you have any practice tips, please let me know. HAPPY PLAYING

Len "The Music Coach" Larsen