Feeling Stuck? Map the music!

Is your student stuck on a particular piece? Let’s face it; some songs are easier than others, and it can be frustrating for students when they can’t nail a certain part of a song.

Rather than try to get over the hump by having him or her play the song over and over again, consider a different approach and map the music.

Creating a visual map—in which you and the student identify important details using different colors—helps the student easily navigate his or her way through a challenging song.

All you’ll need is a copy of the sheet music and some crayons or colored pencils to draw the melody, harmony, and chord progression.

To learn more about how to map the music, check out the infographic below from TakeLessons.


To read the full article from TakeLessons or download the printable version of the worksheet, click here.