Practice Planner: A Journal of Goals and Progress - Softcover

Harvey Snitkin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1888732105 ISBN 13: 9781888732108

Publisher: HMS Publications, Inc., 2001

Synopsis

It takes self-motivation to say, "I want to practice!" The Practice Planner is a valuable resource for stimulating that self-motivation while simultaneously developing both balanced technique and musicianship. Whether you're a student, a teacher, a parent nurturing your child’s musical interest or a music-lover embarked on a self-study program, the Practice Planner helps musicians of all ages develop a healthy attitude toward practicing by setting musical goals that will define their reasons for practicing. It also helps musicians gain a greater understanding of how the techniques they practice can be used musically. DISCOVER how clearly defined musical goals encourage motivation to practice by providing the tools to get the job done. FEEL the gratification of taking responsibility for your own progress. DELIGHT in the knowledge that you have developed practice planning skills that are applicable to accomplishing anything you put your mind to, in all subjects, interests and hobbies.

About this title

About the Author

Harvey Snitkin is an award-winning educator and musician. He holds a PhD in music education and an MA in oboe pedagogy from the University of Connecticut, and a Bachelor of Music Education from Hartt College of Music. His teaching experience spans all levels of public school music as well as the Armed Forces School of Music, the University of Connecticut, Hartt School of Music, and Three Rivers Community College. He has spearheaded numerous arts education grants. While serving 26 years as Music Director of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Youth Orchestra, he presented hundreds of elementary school programs as leader of the Symphony's Music in the Schools Trio. He is a two-time recipient of the Connecticut Songwriters Association's Contribution to Education Through Music Award, a voting member of the Recording Academy for the annual Grammy Awards, and an associate composer of BMI.

Review

." . . highly recommended for the serious music student and the dedicated performer."--Library Bookwatch, The Midwest Book Review

"Dr. Snitkin's .. Practicing for Young Musicians mapped out in simple, lively metophors the playing field where young spirits can win their way to musical proficiency and expression. His Practice Planner provides systematic charts and journal pages and an exciting methodology to help carry them to victory. Another motivational gem ... a very practical one." Bob Norman, folk singer and former editor of Sing Out! The Folk Song Magazine

" ... very useful and informative for all ages, whether you are just starting or you are already an accomplished musician." Jimmy Sturr, eleven-time Grammy winner

"The Practice Planner helps musicians of all ages develop self-motivation by turning a year's practice into a musical pizza."--EL Tymes (CT)

"The Practice Planner gives to the student in clear, concise and encouraging terms, the tools necessary to achieve the goal of making music."--June Sherry Ingram, Greer Music Library, Connecticut College, Leader of the Connecticut String Trio

"The Practice Planner is a quintessential tool for music students of all ages. The skills addressed are basic to growing musicianship and technical skills, enhancing musical understanding and stretching one's abilities. This is a wonderful tool for music teachers and students." Jean Reed, author of The Home School Source Book, third edition

"This book helps musicians set goals that will define their reasons for practicing. It helps them develop planning skills that can be applied to all areas of study, interests or hobbies."--The News-Times (CT)

Edition details

• Publisher: HMS Publications, Inc.
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1888732105
• ISBN 13: 9781888732108
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 146