Easy Piano Basics

How to practice the piano

In this multi-part article, I want to give you some pointers on how to practice the piano. Practicing can be fun and when you have clear goals defined, I think you'll find that it is satisfying and enjoyable!

Goals keep you focused

If you sit down to practice without a goal, you will most likely 'wander' through your practice routine without a clear path. I think we all understand what it means to have a goal. I'm sure you've all been asked that age-old question "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?" Questions like this often seem more like dreaming than a serious question. Let's face it, who really knows where we are going to be in 5 years?
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How to practice the piano - pt. 2

In last month's practicing the piano article we focused a lot on goal setting. In this month's article we are going to dive deeper into what and how to practice. I will also be covering my 80/20 practice rule.

Let's first start with the practice sheet. To get the PianoWithWillie.com practice sheet, you can 'like' the PianoWithWillie Facebook Page or login to your member area and view the new Willie Answer's lesson on piano practice. This lesson will also be available for free to those who like us on Facebook.

In the practice sheet, I break down practice into 4 parts:

Beginning Jazz Piano

Where do I start?

This is a question that I am often asked from new and potential students. I suppose if I only have two DVDs available, it would be easier to pick a place to start. However, I have dozens of DVDs available on many different topics. So, I completely understand why many of you ask “Where do I start?”

In this three-part article, I am going to lay out a “plan of attack” for the beginner, intermediate and advanced level player. Of course every student has different needs and interests. Therefore, I ask that you view this guide as a starting point, and not a rigid lesson plan.