William Fitzpatrick - violin expert

Violin Basics: So do you know how you practice?

The basics of violin practice, easily explained.

In this new video of his Violin Basics series, Prof. Fitzpatrick explains how to establish a practice routine that will foster continuous improvement and skill development.

Released on November 29, 2023

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Video Transcription

Have you ever thought about how you approach your practicing? Well, here are some do you questions that might help shed a bit of light on what you're doing.

Do you have specific times set aside for your practicing? Establishing a daily schedule for your practicing is critical.

By allocating specific times, you create a structured framework and this can help you stay committed.

Do you have clear objectives for your practicing? So set achievable, realistic goals for your practicing as setting unattainable objectives can lead to frustration.

And do track your progress so that you can adjust your objectives.

Do you organize what you're working on when you practice? Organizing your practicing is a crucial aspect of effective skill development.

By organizing your practicing, you will create an environment that fosters continuous improvement and skill development.

Do you work on improving your practicing? Looking for ways to improve your practicing is essential, so take the time to reflect on whether you have clear and specific objectives in mind for your practice sessions. Oh yes, don't be afraid to use technology.

Do you continue to use strategies that have been successful in the past? Continuing to use successful strategies is not about resisting change or innovation, but about recognizing the value of what has worked well in the past. Using these strategies provides stability, fosters confidence, contributes to ongoing improvement, and positions you for even more successful performances in the future.

Do you evaluate the progress you've made? Evaluating the progress you've made towards achieving your goals is a crucial aspect of effective goal setting and skill development.

This ensures that your learning and skill development will remain dynamic and responsive to your evolving needs.

So how did it go? Perhaps these do you questions brought up even more questions.

Well, so then this was good food for thought, don't you think?
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