The Practice Notebook

flutist Zara Lawler shares tips on learning music

Out of the mouths of Babes

June3

An inspirational speech on practicing, from a kid who’s just learned to ride a bike.

Thanks to Polly Washburn for finding this!

A Pep Talk from Ira Glass

February1

A few words of inspiration on hanging in there through the early stages of creative work (practicing music counts) from the host of NPR’s This American Life:

This ties in a bit with being willing to sound bad, and knowing that a period of sucking as you develop a new creative skill is totally normal.  Enjoy!


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