| David,
Nobody should suggest a practice routine for you, amigo. I assume that you're a strong enough player to figure out what needs to be done and when to do it...
That said, make a detailed list of your assets and liabilities and consider what goes into a truly comprehensive practice day. Spend less time on your assets--you can already do that--and more time on your liabilities. Be mindful of the state of your playing and constantly seach for relaxation, clarity, and resonance. Balance focus and flow in every area that you're touching.
Ideally, you're finding 3x one hour periods to practice in addition to your ensembles, etc. Life happens, however, and schedules become full and confused (!). John Wallace used to get up early every day and put in a solid hour before breakfast. I bet you can manage your schedule to do this as well. He would then grab 20 minutes here and there as his schedule would allow (and he's always been a busy, busy boy). This is far from ideal, naturally, but a focused 20 beats an aimless 60 every time!
Again. . . you can figure this out and it's important that it comes from you, not from me/us/them.
By the way, your Berio dissertation is fabulous, my friend. Thanks so much for sending it and I promise a long, detailed e-mail after I've truly digested everything.
Best,
EC |