Practising
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An Overview of the Practice Tools
This series of articles serves as an introduction to Graham Fitch’s practice tools, including how to approach a new piece and the Three Ss.... Read >>
Skeleton Practice
This series of articles will describe how to deconstruct a score and use skeleton practice by way of a number of examples. New articles and examples will be added on an ongoing basis therefore please do watch this space!... Read >>
Mastering Polyrhythms
A polyrhythm (sometimes referred to as a cross rhythm) is the effect produced when two conflicting rhythms are played together and can prove very challenging indeed! This series of articles will help you tackle them in various ratios, starting with the simplest: two-against-three (2:3) or three-against-two (3:2).... Read >>
Practice Strategies & Approaches
Introductory videos on how to approach and organise your practising for more productive and rewarding sessions.... Read >>
The Practice Tools
Graham Fitch's tried and tested practice tools provide highly effective ways to transform your practice sessions into productive and enjoyable experiences.... Read >>
The Three S's - Slowly
Beethoven - Sonata in C minor (Op.13, 3rd mvt) Bach - Gigue from French Suite No.5 in G Major, BWV 816 Resources & links Open domain editions for the works featured in this video are available via the following links: Beethoven - Sonata in C minor, Op.13 Bach - French Suite No.5 ... Read >>
The Three S's - Separately
Bach - Prelude in C Minor, BWV 847 Bach - Prelude in C Minor, BWV 847 Beethoven - Sonata in C minor (Op.13, 2nd mvt) Chopin - Nocturne in E-Flat Major (Op. 9 No. 2) Resources & links Open domain editions for the works featured in this video... Read >>
The Three S'S - Sections
Pezold - Minuet in G Major, BWV Anh.114 Resources & links Click here for an open domain edition of the work featured in this video. ... Read >>