Getting the Most out of your Practice

Getting the Most out of your PracticeA very common complaint among guitar players is not being able to find the time to practice their instrument. This month’s topic is all about maximizing and using your practice time. On these pages you’ll find links to some of the many wonderful articles and lessons we have here at Guitar Noise about practicing, written by a wide range of contributing authors. You’re bound to find a lot of interesting material that will help you better organize your time and ultimately achieve the results you’re after.

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Where Do You Go From Here?

Most people learn from their mistakes. Chris Juergensen, Guitar Noise’s man in Tokyo, is kind enough to let you learn from his! Here are some really great tips on numerous topics, complete with a few life’s lessons.

Goalines Not Deadlines

To make steady progress as a student of the guitar, you need to set realistic and attainable goals. Here some advice on adding goals to your practice routine.

The Glue of Repetition

As with all things, there is a right way and a wrong way to practice guitar. Learning the correct way is an essential way to making real growth as a musician.

Rehearse and Rehash

We’re going to review the importance of rehearsals and getting the most from your practice time. Here are some general suggestions you can adapt for your band.

Thinking: What a concept!

How a great guitar player practices is much more important than in how they play. Practice shows us how they became good at what they do.

Changing Bad Habits Part 2

This is part two in a look at correcting bad guitar habits. We’re going to take an analytical approach to recognizing problems and setting proper goals.

Changing Bad Habits

If your guitar playing is filled with bad habits there is something you can do about it. This is the first of two parts on changing your guitar practice habits.

Recharging Your Batteries

Sometimes we musicians need a shot in the arm when it comes to practicing. If your playing feels like it’s going nowhere it might help to take a more detached look at yourself and the way you play.

The Art of Practice

When does it really mean to practice guitar? What should you practice? Let’s take a look at what you should be doing to get more out of your practice time.

A Question of Balance

There’s a huge difference between practicing and playing guitar. Let’s do a run down of good practice tips for guitar.

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