PracticingPracticing at home
Short, regular practice beats long, occasional sessions. It builds the muscle memory that makes playing feel easy.
How much?
Starting out
New players
5–10 minutes a day, growing as stamina builds.
Middle school goal
Most students
15–30 minutes a day, 4–5 days a week.
Going further
Competitions and serious study
30–45 minutes a day, or more.
Making it stick (and fun)
- Short and often beats long and rare: daily practice builds the muscle memory that makes playing feel easy.
- Find what makes it fun and rewarding. Once the basics click, practicing becomes its own reward.
- Start small and grow together. Daily practice may be new for your family, and that is fine.
Practice tools
Video lessons and band music
Coming soon: Mr. Murphy's picks for each instrument, and our band music for home practice.