Teaching Scales - part 2 (Beginner/Intermediate Students)

Here are a few techniques that have worked for me.  Most of them, like every good teacher, I’ve stolen from other teachers.  I’ll give credit where I can.

Teaching Scales Part 1

There will come a time in your teaching career when you’re just going to have to bite the bullet and do it.  Yes, you’re going to have to teach scales.

And, if you’re smart, you won’t inflict your terror of these unimaginable beasts on to your students.  Cos, actually, they’re not unimaginable, beasts or otherwise.

Bullet Journaling for Musicians

 The Bullet Journal concept was created by a New York graphic designer.  It is a method of customising a reflective journal to fit your individual needs.  It’s a way to keep track of daily to-do lists and to track progress towards habits and goals.

The "P" Word - Practicing vs Rehearsing

It’s pretty simple. 

Practice is what you do at home.  Your aim is to perfect your part.

Rehearsing is what you do with others.  Your aim is to fit the parts together.

Everyone hates the person who turns up at rehearsal not knowing their part.  Don’t be that person.

The "P" Word - But I Don't Feel Like Practicing

Quick answer – get over it.  Go do some practice.

Ok.  Not helpful.

Here are some suggestions for those days when your students (or you) are suffering from a case of the can’t-be-bothereds.