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I came across this interesting article and thought you'd enjoy reading it, too. The Bulletproof Musician: How Many Hours A Day Should You Practice.  There are some interesting things to learn (or be reminded of): “If you practice with your fingers, no amount is enough,” was Auer’s response. “If you practice with your head, two hours is plenty.” . . . excessive practice is “just as bad as practicing too little!” . . . the real key here is not the amount of practice required but the type of practice... Deliberate practice is a systematic and highly structured activity, which is, for lack of a better word, scientific. Instead of mindless trial and error, it is an active and thoughtful process of experimentation with clear goals and hypotheses. The Problem Solving model is similar to one I've used in my own practice.  An organized approach can help break through those tough, persistent challenges. Consider this ...