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Posted by: dcz702 Apr 15 2013, 07:00 AM

I've read couple threads that I was really glad I saw, I've been playing everyday for hours, and I have a bad habit of when I can't seem to get a certain part right I take it from the top and play the whole solo over instead of isolating the part where I have a problem with. I've been braking this habit but I still find myself doing it. I have to say now that I do it less I see my progression a lot quicker. And I've learned a few lessons here and I still go through all of them every time I practice and I've found that when I set out to practice a specific piece, for instance I'm on a black sabbath lesson now, and I hear it all coming together quickly but I get tired of practicing. So.... I strat practicing another tune or technique and when I come back it just feels like its closer and easier. And makes practicing less... Uh what's the word? Boring I guess. And it's more fun. I've been playing all day today so much material. And I feel like I got a lot of quality practice in today.

Along with the lessons at gmc im jammin this, for those who haven't heard it in awhile such a great tune.
http://youtu.be/nhe1SuBGkiA

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu Apr 15 2013, 08:11 AM

Hey mate, can you please re-post the embedding? It doesn't appear ...

Posted by: The Professor Apr 15 2013, 08:18 AM

that's great about your practice breakthroughs! I find the same thing myself, that I want to go back and run a whole solo or tune when I get stuck, but it's much more beneficial to focus in on a few tough sections and get them down, rather than try to run the whole thing. As well, taking a break from material and then coming back, even the next day, can often produce solid results as it gives your brain, fingers and ears a chance to digest the material that you've learned in the previous session. Great way to go about things, glad it's paying off for you!

Posted by: dcz702 Apr 15 2013, 08:30 AM

Don't know why but when I post links from my ipad or iPhone using the insert it will not show unless I'm on my ipad or iPhone. Guess I just have to do links instead of insert if I'm using a tablet. Staying at the girls house tonight, away from my computer

Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Apr 15 2013, 01:53 PM

It's great to read this mate! You finally have found the way to make practice effective and funny. Well done!
And thanks for that amazing BS live video.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu Apr 16 2013, 08:49 AM

No problemmo mate, I've seen it now

You can use studio recordings from artists to your benefit in a LOT of ways I will shoot a video for you with some of the stuff that I have in mind, stay tuned this evening

Posted by: dcz702 Apr 16 2013, 10:31 AM

Cool thanks cosmin ill look out for it.

Posted by: David.C.Bond Apr 16 2013, 11:25 AM

Everyone has strategies for keeping on track with practice. I like to time my sessions and split them up into 45 mins per topic

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu Apr 16 2013, 01:03 PM

Here ya go mate!

Posted by: Headbanger Apr 16 2013, 01:15 PM

Good ideas on the video Cosmin...interesting threads like this help everyone continue in their own personal quests.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu Apr 17 2013, 07:33 AM

Thank you man! Hope this will spark some interest into further exploring the endless possibilities that the musical world has to offer

Posted by: dcz702 Apr 17 2013, 09:19 AM

thanks for that cosmin!
very good idea that im going to start on tomorrow. im a big maiden fan and i know lots of the rythm for their tunes. so i know the key center to those songs. being a fan of maiden and practcing in this way will maybe help me write music in the sound and style of one of my favorite bands. ill post when i come up with some ideas
thanks again

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu Apr 18 2013, 08:07 AM

Please do man I'd be happy to know I could help!