Occam's Razor is a principle stating that the simplest solution to a problem is likely the best solution.
Makes sense when you think about it, though.
If you're chronically exhausted, sleep more.
If you never have money, spend less.
If you're over-scheduled, say "no" to some things. (Just not
's out of tune, pick up the phone and call a piano tuner.
If someone's being mean to you, tell them they're being mean to you.
If you can't fix the sink yourself, hire a professional.
We tend to overcomplicate things. It's the way we are. But in an age of over-complication and occasional insanity, the ability to simplify is a superpower.
And that is pretty cool.
For parents, students, and anyone else who believes that music can and should be a meaningful part of everyone's life.
How did this past week go? What’s something you could have done better? What can you change this week to do that thing better? And how will you make sure you stick to it? Weekly reviews aren’t sexy, by any means. But they’re effective. Do it for a couple months, and you’ll be astounded by the results.
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When it comes to practicing, most people don’t get how time works. People think the amount of practice time is most important. Rather than the frequency. Logic tells us this: Practicing 5 minutes for six days would be the same as practicing 30 minutes for one day. It adds up to the same total minutes, so the benefits are the same.
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