Technique:

He has impeccable technique. His fingers move lightly over the keys.

• straight fingers
• above keys
• independent movement

Sightreading:

Can’t sightread for the life of him.

Theory:

Really good on theory

Improvisation/Composition/Arranging:

He shouldn’t write, but his arrangements are beautiful.

Rhythm Patterns:

Practice Practice Practice

Practicing Strategy 1:

Marker Game

Practicing Strategy 2:

New Piece Process

Practicing Strategy 3:

First Mistake = Stop