The importance of independent practice time

The importance of independent practice time

Want to raise self motivated, passionate, intelligent prodigies? Of course you do. After all, you are at least somewhat interested in your child's musical education if you are reading a boring blog post written by a musical nerd on the-violin.com. 

So confession time. I am a huge believer in independent practicing for young musicians....HUGE! Go ahead; sigh, gasp, be sick to your stomach, have your little reaction, then please hear me out. 

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Note to adult self: don't forget to practice!

Note to adult self: don't forget to practice!

Speaking of carving out time. How does a busy adult set aside enough time to keep up on their musical talents? Let's face it, it gets harder and harder to pull out the ol' violin, cello, trumpet or whatever your instrument is to practice. Anyone else feel that way? And yet as the days, weeks, months, or perhaps even years (aghhh) go by and your abilities become stiff and rusty you feel added guilt, remorse, and heartbreak about what once was. Well, I am here to tell you that it is not too late. Begin this week and pick up your instrument. Here's how I have kept up on my violin playing over the years even though my life has been crazy. 

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