Lesson Plans
4-Step Practice Guide
by Javier Arau © 2001
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.