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?
BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME
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
Concert dress code
Fasten hair away from the right side of your face.
Look as sharp as possible. No shorts, sweats or torn jeans.
Wear dark shoes with dark socks.
Bring your music even if you will be playing from memory!
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?
BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME
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
Concert dress code
Fasten hair away from the right side of your face.
Look as sharp as possible. No shorts, sweats or torn jeans.
Wear dark shoes with dark socks.
Bring your music even if you will be playing from memory!