Lesson 2: Practicing Challenging Excerpts

What makes a passage technically challenging?

How can slow practice improve accuracy?

Excerpt, articulation, rhythm, technique, dynamics

MU:Pr4.2.6a: Perform with accuracy and expression

MU:Pr4.1.6a: Play with correct technique

Students focus on small sections of music to strengthen technique and musical understanding.

Practicing quickly leads to faster improvement.

Slow practice strategies and peer feedback.

Teacher observes students playing difficult passages accurately.