Since I've engaged in the chromatic scale 30 day challenge, I've gained an appreciation for slow practice.
Found this video of a classical guitarist doing exactly what Tomo preaches to us. Pretty exciting don't you think?
Ken Stewart
Tomo Fujita
李jiayang
Thank you for sharing.
Slow is great!
I cannot comment other people teaching approach.
I really appreciate someone emphasizing on slow tempo.
Thank you.
Tomo
Hi!
I only posted this because of the positive experience I've had doing the chromatic scales challenge and really understanding how the slow, deliberate and methodical way is a very strong method of learning.
I also know you can't comment on other teaching styles (that is very respectful), and not even sure if he teaches, just found out he is a famous classical guitarist.
Anyway the video just enhances and highlights a similar method you teach, which is the slow method. This guy takes the method very seriously. Uses a metronome, prepares fingers for every little thing from plucking, to arpeggios and scales, to hand movements, finger order to elbow movements etc. etc. Just impressive to watch in my opinion.
In conclusion, I just think it's a under rated learning tool with so much emphasis these days on shredding. Thanks for introducing this to all your students! I know it has made a difference for me and I'm sure for many others.
Cheers!
李jiayang
Tomo Fujita
Btw this is information from a screenshot from the video above. Pretty great advice!
•Always practice at a tempo slow enough to control the movement of both hands, as well as the movement of each and every finger.
• Practice with a metronome! Kuropaczewski recommends a tempo of 60 bpm. The click is not necessarily
set to a specific rhythm but rather is used as a guide to stay on track and not rush.
• Focus on small, slow movements to increase accuracy and efficiency. Small movements are precise
movements and will help when playing fast.
• Prepare the right-hand fingers by placing them on the strings of the first note/chord that needs to be
played. Immediately after plucking, place the fingers on the strings of the next note/chord, etc. This
preparation and placement train the fingers to stay as close to the strings as possible.
• Slowly prepare the left hand above the appropriate frets, add pressure, and then pluck to eliminate buzzed notes. The right hand should never pluck before the left hand is fully prepared.
李jiayang
Thank you for your understanding.
You're very welcome.
Thank you.
Tomo
Ken Stewart
Michael