Infographics/How to Practice

Assignment: Beginning band members should use the included infographic while practicing at home to make sure you are practicing thoroughly. Parents can also use this guide when helping their child at home.

Uses in the classroom: Beginning band students not only need to be taught how to play their instrument, but also how to practice it at home. The included infographic is meant to be a help guide to young students as they begin practicing at home. Students should first identify what their area of focus will be then follow the steps in that category. As they are playing, students must evaluate their performance and review any needed areas.

As an in-class exercise, students can also partner up with someone else where one will role-play as the teacher giving a lesson and the other as the student. The "teacher" will be required to demonstrate proper playing and use the infographic to help solve problems.

Issues to consider: Students will need access to their instrument and music in addition to a quiet place to have focused practice. While parents are often able to help with math or reading at home, many are unsure how to help with music. The included infographic is meant to not only help students but also provide a road map to new music parents so they know what their child should be doing.

It is also critical to remember that not all students will achieve at the same rate. Failure to perform up to a certain level does not necessarily mean improvement has not been made. The teacher should focus on consistent improvement rather than simple performance quality.
 
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