4-Step Practice Guide

Step 1: Divide the song into smaller sections.

Step 2: Practice and learn each section, one at a time.

3 Practicing Goals for each section:
1. Learn the Letters.
2. Learn the Fingerings.
3. Learn the Rhythms.

As you learn each section, you must Identify Problem Spots.

3 Fix-it Tips:
1. Slow down.
2. Zoom in.
3. Repeat, Repeat, Repeat! (Only repeat if you are playing the section correctly.)

Step 3: Combine sections, two at a time.

If new problems come up, go back to Step 2 and use the 3 Fix-it Tips.

Practice the transitions between the sections.

Tip: 1 measure + 1 note.

Step 4: Practice the whole song.

Slow Down right away.

If problems come up, go back to Step 2 and fix the problems.