Spaced repetition music practice

Spaced repetition is, basically, the opposite of what we do when we cram for a test. The research simply tells us that we're better off spreading out our practice sessions over days, weeks, and months. It sounds like more work, but in fact we can get better recall for the same total amount of practice time.

1. What is spaced repetition in music?
2. How can I improve my spaced repetition?
3. How do you practice repetition?
4. What is an example of spaced repetition?

What is spaced repetition in music?

According to Wikipedia, 'Spaced repetition' is: “a learning technique that incorporates increasing intervals of time between subsequent review of previously learned material in order to exploit the psychological spacing effect.”

How can I improve my spaced repetition?

Planning A Spaced Repetition Schedule

1. Plan short and frequent review sessions.
2. Review over an extended period of time.
3. Review older material first.
4. Incorporate old material with new information.
5. Create summaries and checklists.

How do you practice repetition?

Using Spaced Repetition to Achieve Effective Practice

1. Begin practicing a problem area or new piece, committing it to your short-term memory. ...
2. Repeat what you are learning within the range of your short-term memory. ...
3. Wait 24 hours before practicing the what you are trying to learn again. ...
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3.

What is an example of spaced repetition?

Spaced repetition is a method of reviewing material at systematic intervals. At the beginning of the learning process, the intervals are spaced closely together (for example, one hour; four hours; one day). As the material is reviewed, the intervals become systematically longer (four days; one week; two weeks).