PRACTISE PRODUCTIVELY - the most effective way to practise a musical instrument.

In this video we are talking about the Art of practising a musical instrument effectively. I am going to pass on the advice that has been handed down to me by some of the greatest teachers, professors and musicians over my 30-year career as a concert guitarist, teacher and therapist. I will also make sense of the science behind practice and how that knowledge can have a dramatic impact on your method of improvement. And finally, I shall give you my 10 tried and tested tips for practising better.
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An Introduction
Utilising the senses- The science behind practising.
1. Just do!
2. Setting the right atmosphere
3. The warm up
4. Focus on the job at hand
5. The breakdown technique
6. The 5 times consecutive rule
7. Record Yourself
8. Practising techniques away from your instrument. Know your craft.
9. Write on your music
10. Practice smarter, not necessarily longer.
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[@ToastandJam52]

You mention teacher quite a bit. The challenge is finding a good. Over the decades I have tried more teachers than I can count. Only one of them was any good. He was so good that he got offered a job as a much an and quit teaching. So, in the end, I have become my own teacher. First buying books, now watching KZbin videos (yours are very good). I am old enough to realize that being self/KZbin taught is harder than having a quality guitar teacher and my playing should be much better for the amount of time I have put in. Also, you are correct, there is no shortcut despite what a lot of KZbin teachers would have you believe. If I could, I would love to find that amazing teacher. Alas, I am now retired trying to get by on a meagre pension. Paying for a teacher is out of the question. So please, keep the videos coming. I desperately need them!!! 😀 Thanks for all you do.

[@AndrewKeeping]

An Introduction 1:15" Rediscover the Passion 4:10" Utilising the senses- The science behind practising. 6:54" 1. Just do! 13:30" 2. Setting the right atmosphere 15:27" 3. The warm up 16:37" 4. Focus on the job at hand 19:11" 5. The breakdown technique 20:44" 6. The 5 times consecutive rule 22:04" 7. Record Yourself 23:55" 8. Practising techniques away from your instrument. Know your craft. 24:52" 9. Write on your music 27:11" 10. Practice smarter, not necessarily longer. 27:49"

[@bradleycase4129]

sorry to be so offtopic but does any of you know of a way to log back into an Instagram account..? I was stupid forgot my login password. I would appreciate any tips you can offer me.

[@jangarrack]

Usually I would leave a 'Like' but felt I wanted to leave a comment and thank you on this one. That video was nothing short of amazing, really in depth explanations and identification of so many of my own practice weaknesses and other failings I know I'm guilty of. There was such a lot of really helpful advice given that it's probably the most useful 1/2 hour I've spent in a while. Amazingly researched and produced as well. Thanks again.

[@AndrewKeeping]

Thank you so much Jeff for your kind words. I am so glad you have found it useful. We have all fallen fowl of many of these points and can identify with them. Best of luck. Andrew

[@ivorflint]

Brilliant, and so clear.

[@iceandblaze92]

This video has changed my life thank you so much!

[@AndrewKeeping]

I'm so glad Juan. Thank you for your generous words.

[@dennisbronson3058]

I only just came across this video today, ( whilst looking for something else ! ) so I decided to give it a 'look' . As someone who first picked up a guitar at 17 .......I have 'pretty much' just 'noodled' with it for most of my life . ( I am an older retired person now). However, about 3 1/2 -to- 4 years ago, I suddenly decided to get serious about it !!! I believe I have made significant advances over that time period, but always struggled with 'how best' to practice. (in other words - - a lot of time wasted) This video was excellent and I will immediately try to incorporate your teaching into my practice session from here onward. Thank you so very much.

[@AndrewKeeping]

Dear Dennis, this is so very nice to hear. I wish you the best of luck with your music making and hope it brings you much joy. Thanks for your kind words. Andrew

[@beastlybombers]

Thank you so much for putting this fine video together. Wonderful. Looking forward to seeing more of your amazing videos. God bless.

[@AndrewKeeping]

Thank you so much! For your kind words. I am pleased it has helped you Dan.

[@lanefujita]

Excellent video - rich, informative, and affirming. Thanks so much for this!

[@AndrewKeeping]

Glad it was helpful!

[@garydrainville3986]

What a great video! Thank you for sharing.

[@AndrewKeeping]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@griffinmoonstone]

Super helpful! Time to get to work 💪

[@AndrewKeeping]

Great to hear!

[@pataleno]

Love these videos Andrew. As someone who struggles with proper practice.

[@AndrewKeeping]

Thank you so much. I'm glad you find it useful.

[@oggijane3572]

Thank you so much for this wonderful video. I just bought my guitar last week. After browsing through many KZbin guitar tutorial sites, I found your teaching videos sincere, clear, generous and pedagogically well structured. In this corona-quarantine time, you are my first guitar teacher. Truly grateful!

[@AndrewKeeping]

Glad I could help!

[@bighouseblues9]

I was debating whether to use John Duarte arrangement of Bach prelude bwv 1007. I found your performance of it and was sold. You played it beautifully. And now seeing this video, I can see why.

[@AndrewKeeping]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@misterwillguitar]

great video sir!!! many thanks!

[@AndrewKeeping]

You are welcome!

[@yvonnebloor6657]

Thankyou for this highly informative and uplifting video Andrew. It is so generous of you to give your knowledge freely, I shall definitely share this with all my students. Best wishes, Yvonne Bloor

[@AndrewKeeping]

Ah bless you Yvonne. Glad it can be useful.x

[@snowfiresunwind]

Interesting video - lot to ponder on.

[@AndrewKeeping]

Glad you think so!

[@prabinrana2657]

I was struggling this helped me a lot thank you so much ❤❤❤❤

[@AndrewKeeping]

You're so welcome!

[@triebschen]

Beautiful, awesome video, Andrew! One of the best, if not the best, I have ever seen about how to practice! Everything is excellent: the tips, the production (beautiful selection of music and pictures/videos), the information you give and the touch of humor (how come your wife doesn,t understand how you are able to do one thing with you RH, another with your LH, tap the rhythm with the foot and read all those dots on the paper....?) I had to laugh: my wife tells me the same... :-) Jokes aside, compliments for the very good job with this truly unique video. You deserve a community of followers 10 times bigger than the one you already have!!

[@AndrewKeeping]

Thank you so much for your kind words. it means a lot. i am glad you liked the video and content. Best wishes.

[@AnkuPrG]

I wish I could personally meet you.... I always look forward for your tips and your improvisation video helped me a lot..thanks

[@AndrewKeeping]

Always welcome

[@rogar3763]

Andrew, your videos are simply the best I have found in KZbin This video is very inspirational, you don't just give a recitation of tips like reading the grocery list. You deliver them in a way that motivates and inspires. I can see your passion for your art and your sincere desire to try others to improve. And I thank you for this because I'm a late starter (pretty late I'd say in terms of starting age, but not in terms of motivation). Now that I have retired from my job, I've taken up the classical guitar and have been studying on my own for a couple of years. If you don't mind answering two questions: 1. when I play a chord and move to the next one, I make the chord that I just played ring again, any advice? 2. Do you offer classes on line? Thanks and please keep making great videos

[@AndrewKeeping]

Thank you for your very kind words. I really appreciate it, and am glad the time that it takes to make a video is found to be useful. That is the aim. I do online lessons via Zoom. Please feel free to contact me via my website on www.keepingguitar.co.uk I have covered your issue in a video about smooth chord changes. The technique you need to apply is leaving the chord down right up to the split second you change to the next, this should eliminate any ringing on.

[@rogar3763]

@@AndrewKeeping Thanks for your reply. I will be contacting you about lessons online.

[@DJSTOEK]

💘

[@AndrewKeeping]

Thank you. Glad you liked it.

[@JulienPaarmann]

What’s the song called, that is being played at 6:37? Thank you!

[@AndrewKeeping]

The piece is Greensleeves.

[@k.t.ingram375]

make your videos shorter and break them into different videos, attention spans are too short to stick around listening to someone talk for 30 minutes. my comment may not be popular but it's true.

[@AndrewKeeping]

K.T. Boundary Thank you KT for your input. I do generally make shorter videos for that very reason. However this time I was asked to do a complete video on this subject based on my lecture. The other films and tutorials on my channel are as you recommend. If it is too long for you you can always save it and delve back in when you want. This is what I do if it’s something I want to study. Best wishes and thanks for your advice. Always welcome.

[@bighouseblues9]

It’s not true. If you can’t listen to a teacher helping you with focus, concentration, for 30min, then what’s 5min going do for ya!?