Time | Activity | Purpose |
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5 min | Warm-Up | Finger stretches, arm relaxation, and slow, controlled scales in C, G, or F major. Get your hands and mind ready. |
10 min | Technique Practice | Practice easy finger exercises and simple scales. Focus on keeping your fingers curved and your hands relaxed while playing evenly. |
10 min | Sight Reading | Choose easy-level pieces or sight-reading books. One short piece per session. Play slowly and accurately. |
15 min | Current Piece(s) – Section Work | Focus on small sections of your assigned repertoire. Hands separately if needed. Slow tempo with precision. |
10 min | Current Piece(s) – Playthrough | Play your piece or a portion of it with both hands, aiming for musical flow and expression. |
5 min | Ear Training or Improvisation | Clap rhythms, play back simple melodies by ear, or experiment with simple left-hand chords and right-hand melodies. |
5 min | Cool Down & Reflection | End with an easy piece or review. Write a note on what went well and what to focus on next time. |
🔁 Weekly Tips:
- Day 1–2: Emphasize note accuracy and finger control.
- Day 3–4: Focus on rhythm and phrasing.
- Day 5–6: Aim for musical expression and performance quality.
