Recording myself forces me to make decisions and improves my performance by allowing me to critique my playing.

Singing while playing can help you feel more confident and understand where the notes are in the melody, and to strengthen your melodic playing, it's important to identify where you breathe in the music, as it helps form the line of the melody.

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

Making a video of my practice allows me to break down the piece, edit it, and understand it much better.

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.

It's essential to reset your posture if you find yourself leaning down to look at your left hand while playing, as this can lead to discomfort and poor technique.

Phrasing and breathing are vital for maintaining tension and guiding the listener through the music.

Practice your ornaments repeatedly, as they can significantly affect the overall sound of your performance.

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