Michael Yelverton Shares 5 Genius Ways to Practice Music Daily
                     Michael Yelverton 
Shares 5 Genius 
Ways to Practice 
Music Daily
Everyone knows that practice equals progress, but making 
the time for regular practice can be hard! When it comes 
to habits, consistency is key so developing a daily music 
practice habit is a better goal than a three-days-a-week 
music practice habit.
1. Be Prepared
Take inspiration from the Boy Scouts and have 
everything you need ready to go at all times. 
This way, whenever you have a few spare 
minutes, you’ll be able to get straight into 
your practice. So what do you need to be 
prepared?
Have your instrument ready to play at a 
moment’s notice. It should be set up, in 
tune, plugged in, and good to go.
2. Create Practice 
Triggers
In theory, practicing at the same time 
everyday sounds like a good plan, but in 
reality it can be difficult to implement. 
People are busy, schedules vary, and 
some of us are not morning people!
Think about your normal morning and 
evening routines, and look at what you can 
tweak, shuffle, and rearrange to make time 
for music practice. 
3. Hold Yourself 
Accountable
Connect with someone else who’s 
also learning an instrument, or if 
you can’t find another musician, 
then team up with a friend who’s 
also trying to commit to a daily 
goal. Check in with each other for 
daily updates and progress reports.
4. Challenge Yourself
Working towards goals can give your music 
practice some direction and keep you 
motivated. Find (or create!) a goal, project 
or challenge that interests you. There are so 
many options, from the more serious 
(preparing for an exam) to the fun (taking 
part in a flash mob). It’s much easier to dive 
enthusiastically into your practice when you 
have something to work towards.
5. Stay Inspired
What motivated you to take music 
lessons in the first place? Was it as a form 
of creative expression, to master a new 
skill, or just to have fun and do something 
you love? If you’ve forgotten your why, or 
just need a new burst of creativity, there 
is so much inspiration to be found!
THANK YOU