When practicing fast passages, thinking of them as a single goal rather than many notes makes them easier to execute.

Practicing slowly allows me to press the strings before I play, which helps avoid mistakes and ensures clarity in sound.

Phrasing is essential when playing a passage, and I personally enjoy incorporating phrasing into my performance. When playing fast scalar passages, focus on the overall crescendo rather than each individual note, as the first note should not be accented but rather serve as the beginning of a crescendo leading to the theme.

The fingering for difficult passages should be crafted to allow for extensions, making it easier to transition between notes without losing position.

Treat the musical phrase as a path from point A to point B, which simplifies the playing process and allows for a more relaxed approach.

Practicing means playing at a very slow tempo, allowing me to control every movement of my left and right hands.

When learning a piece of repertoire, having a performance goal can guide you on when to move on, such as being able to play it from beginning to end with musical shaping and phrasing.

You should aim to play a piece accurately and with musicality before moving on, possibly setting performance or recording goals to enhance your learning experience.

Portamentos imitate how we would sing between two intervals, especially when there is a large leap, by subtly filling in the distance between notes.