Practice Habits
Last week, at Convo #3, ETHS band students filled out a survey on practice habits. I can't wait to read these. Don't worry, the surveys were anonymous. But it did get me thinking about practicing habits both good and bad.
Bad Habit: practicing things you already know
Practicing what you're good at is not a great use of your time. Instead practice what you are the worst at. Literally figure out what you are terrible at and do that first. If you start to feel down and depressed, then you can rock out with your favorites for a little, but don't stay too long.