RECITAL CHECKLIST

HOME PRACTICE
    Perform in your recital clothes (especially shoes!)
        One run-through without stopping for a single mistake
            Can you start in the middle of your piece?
                Can you play the very last measure?
DRESS CODE
   Fasten hair away from the right side of your face
        Look as sophisticated as possible.  No shorts, sweats or ripped jeans, please. 
BEFORE YOU LEAVE
    Piano pushups
        Bring your music -- even if you are playing from memory
AT THE RECITAL
    Mini arm swings and foot flaps
        Wash your hands and try the piano
            Big smile
                BREATHE