Everyone knows almost instinctively that practicing an instrument is important. What’s not so instinctive is figuring out how to practice. This is an entire skill in itself that we all have to learn. It’s helpful to have a really good teacher to show us the way, but for anyone making a go of things on your own or anyone who hasn’t had “the practice talk” with your teacher yet, here are a few things to help you learn how to practice. 1. Have a routine Make practicing a part of