Why is practicing so much fun…?

sparky · 16 July 2024

True statement, it actually is fun! But why?

It is super satisfying hearing yourself improve!
And you feel good because you just keep getting better and BETTER!!
Your family and friends say your playing is sounding really cool!
You will soon be able to play pieces easily and confidently.

Sounds fun to me!

But practicing is hard!

True, it can be hard sometimes. BUT it’s worth the hard work when you get your pieces right … right? And that’s where the fun begins. Talk about showing off your skills!

Why should I practice? I can already play my pieces … sort of

Flowing, beautiful and confident playing is what you get when you practice.

Do you want to get better at playing the piano?
Do you want to enjoy playing and sound really good?
Do you want your friends and family to say ‘wow, that’s sounds so cool!’

Take your time while you practice. Then hear the magic unfold!

When should I practice? I mean, I just don’t have time

Busy day? Lot’s of homework?

Finding a time to practice is important otherwise you won’t progress with your playing. Commit to a specific time and give yourself permission to practice during that time. What time works for you? Schedule it in your calendar and try to stick with it. You can do it! 😃

What happens if I don’t practice?

There is no progress. I’m not joking.

In fact, you can undo weeks of work if you don’t keep up with your practice – why would you want to do that?

Ok, then how should I practice?

1. Play hands separately first to learn notes and fingering.
2. Then try hands together slowly. Don’t forget to count!
3. As a guide, practice your pieces 2-3 times every day (maybe have 1 day off in the weekend).
4. Repeat the harder areas 5+ times daily, you will quickly see the benefits. Your playing will flow much better. Go on, give it a try!!

How long should I practice for? I don’t want to practice all afternoon!

But you do want to get better, right? Practice times vary with the level you’re at.

Complete beginner – practice 10-15 minutes per day
Intermediate student – practice 20-30 minutes per day
Advanced student – practice 45-60 minutes per day, or more!

Sometimes it takes a week or two of daily practice to play a piece easily. And when you get a piece nearly perfect, it’s a great feeling!!

The bottom line is this; do you want to sound good or not?

Then practice your pieces every day!
Sound amazing
Be proud
Let your family and friends tell you how good you are!

And give yourself an advantage 😉

Practice makes progress. Your playing skills improve and your reading skills improve.

Sounds good to me.

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Check out our courses here.

July 16, 2024

True statement, it actually is fun! But why?

It is super satisfying hearing yourself improve!
And you feel good because you just keep getting better and better.
You get to learn new songs and pieces that you love.
It gives you a sense of achievement and accomplishment that is hard to beat.

Sounds fun to me!

But practicing is hard!

Ok, so practicing can sometimes feel hard. But that is actually where the fun is! When you sit down and work through something that feels tricky, and then you finally get it right — that feeling is incredible. The challenge is what makes it rewarding.

Why should I practice? I can already play my pieces … sort of

Practicing is not just about learning new pieces. It is about refining what you already know.
When you practice, you build muscle memory so your fingers know exactly where to go without thinking.
You develop better timing, dynamics, and expression — the things that make music sound musical.
Even if you can play a piece “sort of,” practicing takes it from sort of to sounding amazing.

Take your time while you practice. Then hear the magic unfold!

When should I practice? I mean, I just don’t have time

We all feel like we do not have time. But the truth is, you do not need hours and hours. Even 10 to 15 minutes a day can make a huge difference if you are focused and consistent.

Find what works for you and stick with it. The important thing is that you do it regularly, not that you do it for a long time.

What happens if I don’t practice?

If you do not practice, your progress will slow down significantly. Your fingers will forget the patterns they have learned. It is like learning a language — if you do not use it, you lose it.

Ok, then how should I practice?

Start with a warm-up. Play some scales or simple exercises to get your fingers moving.
Work on the tricky bits. Identify the bars that trip you up and focus on those. Play them slowly, hands separately if needed.
Play through your pieces. Once you have worked on the hard parts, play from beginning to end.
End with something fun. Play a piece you love or try sight-reading something new.

How long should I practice for?

Beginner (10–15 minutes): Short, focused sessions are all you need when you are starting out.
Intermediate (20–30 minutes): As your pieces get longer and more complex, you will need a bit more time.
Advanced (45–60 minutes+): At this level, you have more repertoire to maintain and more challenging technical work.

The bottom line: do you want to sound good or not?

If you want to sound good, you need to practice. There is no shortcut.
Every great pianist you have ever heard has put in countless hours of practice.
It does not have to be painful or boring — it just has to be consistent.

And give yourself an advantage

When you practice regularly, you walk into your next lesson feeling prepared and confident. You can focus on learning new things instead of catching up. Most importantly, you start to really enjoy playing the piano — when practice stops feeling like a chore and starts feeling like something you genuinely look forward to.

So go on, sit down at the piano and have some fun. You will be glad you did.

Are you interested in developing your practicing skills? Check out our courses here.