Practiceology

Learn how to create your perfect practice routine.

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How would your playing change if you were practicing the right way, all of the time?

These concepts to maximise your practice routine and reach your potential.


What is Practiceology?

‘Practiceology’ is a course presented by Lauren Pierce, which includes:

  • 42 video lessons
  • 15 written lessons
  • Transcriptions of exercises
  • A comprehensive list of resources
  • Written guidance to help reinforce the concepts


It is a comprehensive method that teaches all of the key information you need to create your perfect practice routine.

Learning to practice is an essential skill for all musicians that you will use throughout your musical life. If you find practicing frustrating and have a sense that you are not making as much progress as you could, then this is the course will give you the methods you need to realise your potential and maximise your time.

This course is available to stream online, exclusively at Discover Double Bass.

Artist


Lauren Pierce
Lauren Pierce

Lauren Pierce is our classical double bass expert. Well known for her virtuosic solo double bass performances on YouTube, she is also a world leading educator. Lauren is here to inspire and educate to help you play your best music.


 

It's time to start making practice work for you.

What will I learn?

Practiceology comprises six sections covering a wide range of information to help you create a highly productive practice routine.

You'll start by covering the key elements that are required for successful practice. Then you will learn how to get started and develop the habit of intentional practice to maximise your time. The next chapter covers some key exercises to help you develop your general technique, these include intonation, bow control, velocity, shifting and rhythm.

Lauren demonstrates her methods with classical examples from her own routine, but most importantly she shows you how to apply her concepts to your music.

Contents


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  Section 1: Building a Routine
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  Section 2: Essential Starting Points
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  Section 3: Intentional Practice
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  Section 4: Practicing General Techniques
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  Intonation
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  Bow Control
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  Velocity/Speed
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  Shifting
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  Timing
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  Section 5: Practice Methods
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  Section 6: Becoming Your Own Teacher
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"After 30 years of bass playing Practiceology has supercharged my practice routine. I’m making more progress in less time and I don’t feel like I’m ever ‘spinning my wheels’ in my practice studio. Highly recommended!"

- Peter Tambroni, Public School Orchestra / String Teacher, Solo Bassist, Private Instructor, Founder of MostlyBass.com.

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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
Does the course work on an iPad or tablet computer?
Yes, all of our courses can be viewed via an internet browser. However, please note an up-to-date operating system and/or browser may be required for video playback.
How long do I have access to the course?
You have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
Can I download the videos?
No. The videos are available to view online, but you can't download them. You can download any accompanying PDFs and MP3 files.
Is this course only for classical bassists?
You can apply the concepts and ideas covered in this course to any style of music, but all of the musical examples are classical.
Can I ask Lauren Pierce questions?
Lauren isn't available to answer questions, but we do include membership to the 'Study Group'. A private forum where you can ask Geoff Chalmers and our community of double bassists questions.
Will the course tell me specifically what to practice?
No. As everyone has different goals Lauren Pierce teaches methods and concepts which you can use to play the music you love. Lauren uses classical music to demonstrate throughout the course.

Our courses are only available on DiscoverDoubleBass.com and include a 30 day, full refund policy.

Have questions about the course or need help? Contact us.