Are We There Yet?

Students at all levels seem to have an instinctive awareness of how much there is to learn in music and how far they have to go to get to where they’d like to be.

For many, this awareness, even if it is subconscious, becomes overwhelming. You may practice less, fearing on some level your ability to cope with the vast field into which you’ve had a glimpse. It is certainly a common human maneuver to avoid or delay that which lies beyond one’s ability to accomplish. At least, this is the fear. 

Though music feels depressingly in the future for many aspiring players, it also provides unique and exciting challenges in the present. Try to enjoy each stage of your musical development.

Focus on what you are working on today; learning is cumulative. If you keep a day by day approach, you will enjoy the journey.