How playing slowly can unlock faster progress

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Written By Erica Bramham

Slow down your practice to speed up your learning

Includes a guided meditation for musicians and music students.

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Sometimes the fastest way forward in your music practice is to pause and slow things right down. It can feel frustrating — like you’re not progressing — but learning to focus with patience is one of the most effective tools you have.

In today’s video, we’ll talk about how and why you might want to slow things down. You’ll hear a simple practice approach that lets you work gradually and with intention — even on difficult passages.

You’ll also get a guided meditation at the end to help you relax into the process and trust the momentum of steady, focused practice.

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