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A Parent's Guide to Successful Practicing​

Topics on the website include:

·        What is the difference between Practicing, Playing, Rehearsing, and Performing?
·        The Practicing Environment

                   o   When should students practice?
                   o   What should a practice space look like?
                   o   What should the music look like?
                   o   What should you be hearing when your student is practicing?
                   o   How long and often should students practice?
·        Motivation
                   o   Troubleshooting scenarios
                   o   Reinforcement

Click here to access the Practicing Guide 
Created by 
Alicia DeSoto, band director at Shadow Ridge Middle School in Flower Mound, Texas.
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  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • ENSEMBLES
    • DIRECTORS
    • CLASS SCHEDULE
    • CONTACT
    • AWARDS
  • 5th Graders
    • WHY JOIN BAND?
    • IMPORTANT FAQS
  • CALENDAR
  • STUDENTS/PARENTS
    • BAND FORMS
    • BAND HANDBOOK
    • VOLUNTEER
    • BAND BOOSTERS
    • PRIVATE LESSONS
    • STEP UP YOUR INSTRUMENT
    • CHARMS
    • DISTRICT AUDITIONS
  • RESOURCES
    • PRACTICING GUIDE