There is a direct parallel in the way that we speak, with natural variations of pitch and volume that give full meaning to our words. This is what is…

- Howard Snell

Good listening is always the first step in the process that creates technique and capability

- Howard Snell

Sound is not simply what we hear or play, but equally a feeling in the body

- Howard Snell

The most valuable practice aid is patience.

- Howard Snell

The underlying aim of practice . .is to create certainty through the development of high-quality listening.

- Howard Snell

As soon as effective listening takes place, the ear identifies what needs to be done and guides the techniques search for a solution

- Howard Snell

. . when the initial excitement of playing starts to evaporate, good habits are needed to sustain the learning process.

- Howard Snell

Failing to remember is the primary reason for most performers' poor practising habits.

- Howard Snell

It is the height of professionalism to be able to make an ordinary piece of music sound good. When playing routine melodic studies the player must tr…

- Howard Snell