Holiday Tips For Student Musicians 11/12/2025 - 39 views

1. Keep a Light Practice Routine
Short, consistent sessions - around 10-15 minutes a day, this will keep your skills active without feeling like work.

2. Play for Enjoyment
Use the break to explore music you genuinely enjoy. Learn a favourite song or experiment with new sounds.

3. Set a Small Holiday Goal
Choose one simple skill to focus on, such as a scale, chord change, rhythm pattern, or a challenging part of a song.

4. Listen to New Music
Discovering new artists or styles is an easy way to grow as a musician, even when you’re not practising.

5. Break Songs Into Manageable Sections
Work on small parts of a piece rather than tackling everything at once.

6. Record Yourself Weekly
A quick recording helps you hear your progress and notice areas to improve.

7. Review Your Fundamentals
Warm-ups, technique exercises, scales, and rudiments help maintain strong musical foundations.

8. Try Creative Challenges
Experiment with changing the tempo, switching the style, or improvising to keep practice interesting.

9. Maintain Your Instrument
Clean your instrument, replace worn parts, and make sure everything is in good condition.

10. Allow Yourself to Rest
Taking breaks is healthy and helps you return to music with more energy and motivation.

Bonus Tip: Share Your Music
Play for family or friends during the holidays to build confidence and enjoy making music with others.