Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Pointers For Music Rehearsal Strategies

By James Johnson


The following pointers are designed to help musicians to get the most from their time rehearsing. In fact music rehearsal strategies are very diverse and depend on the type of music being performed. Yet there are a few things to keep in mind no matter what your style of playing or singing. Read on to get some practical help.

A very important first step in organizing rehearsals is to have a secure, safe and comfortable space to work in. This is a big factor in making everyone present feel relaxed and ready to work. In addition make sure that there is not clutter which can cause distractions. There are many different types of rehearsal spaces ranging from concert halls to churches to schools. No matter which type you are using, having a comfortable and clean space to work in is very important.

Another key thing to keep morale up is to instill in performers their responsibility to attend rehearsals and to be prompt. This is essential to keep everyone working together. Being distracted by late arrivals and other hassles can take its toll on the overall performance.

If you would like to get some pointers on how to find free or low cost forms of rehearsal space there are many guides that deal with this subject. These may be sourced from libraries and book stores. Others may be found online in the form of databases. Whatever method you choose to get more information make sure that it and the venues you are considering are completely safe and high quality.

Of course, the type of music being played will affect rehearsal strategies. For instance, soloists will have much different approaches to choral groups. However there are some important concepts that apply across the board and you can learn more about these below.

One strategy that many performers use is to break down a composition, play, concert or musical into manageable sections when practicing. This can help the performers to be much more confident and not feel overwhelmed by tacklling the whole piece at once. The chance to practice particular sections in depth also gives you the chance to spend more time on difficult or challenging parts.

It is a nice idea to help the performers to stay relaxed by creating a fun environment. This might involve integrating a fun game as part of the practice time. Other ideas include watching a funny video or practicing exercises to help performers to loosen up. Staying relaxed is an important part of accessing creativity.

You might also want to consider dividing performers into smaller groups to practice. This is a common method in choral pieces where the altos and sopranos might practice for a time in different rooms. This helps to improve and fine all the elements of a performance piece. That way when the groups reunite, everyone should feel more secure and confident to perform their role. For further help and advice on the topic above you might want to check out some of the magazines that are aimed at performers and musicians.




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