Daily Practice Expectations

Hoffman Academy students should practice their instruments a minimum of 5 days per week. Lesson time does not count toward practice requirements

RECOMMENDED PRACTICE DURATION

• Preparatory: 15-20 mins.

• Level 1: 20-30 mins.

• Level 2: 35 mins.

• Level 3-4: 40 mins.

• Level 5-6: 45 mins.

• Level 7-8: 50 mins.

• Level 9-10: 60 mins.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

• The most important thing is getting the assignment done—however long it takes. These times are minimum expectations, and on some days more (or less) time may be required.

• Thorough preparation of the assignment is more important than how long the student spends. Emphasis should be placed on completing the assignment over the amount of time spent.

• Practice time must be focused and purposeful. “Messing around” does not count toward practice time.

• Parents should notify the teacher if assignments are requiring too little or too much time.

• Up to 5 minutes per day of theory work CAN count toward practice time.