Whether it's manipulating our air, making embouchure adjustments, or learning to use the weight of our arm to produce a beautiful sound, we spend a lot of time working really hard to get things just right.
We ask for feedback and suggestions from our teachers, we watch YouTube videos of our favorite musicians, and get tips from instructional videos on the correct way to perform a skill. All of which are invaluable parts of the learning process.
But there's another approach, that we rarely (if ever) utilize, which may be even more effective than the traditional approach. And what strategy is that?
Intentionally getting things wrong.
Like, producing a thin, weak sound instead of a clear, full, resonant sound. Or a harsh, gritty attack, instead of a smooth, velvety start.
Turns out, practicing the wrong way may lead to better learning and enhanced performance than only practicing the right way.
Get all the nerdy details here: The Superiority of Intentionally Imperfect Practice?
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