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Re: good books for sight reading

Author: Plonk
Date: 2020-09-13 00:27

I'd suggest you get hold of some repertoire books at a lower grade than what you are- start at pre grade 1 if you're sometimes struggling with e.g. C4.
Practise sight reading every day. Do 1 piece a day.
Start by looking at the time sig and tap out the rhythm.
Then try to sing the music - this might be hard at first but persevere.
Then "silent play" it by moving your fingers on the keys, in time, at a manageable tempo, without blowing.
Finally, play the piece.
If you make mistakes or fluff, look carefully again at the offending notes and try to work out why you went wrong- perhaps an awkward rhythm or crossing break or forgotten key sig etc. Draw a circle round these bits and write down your reason.
Next day start by reviewing the previous day - read your reasons and try playing those tricky bits again- practise them if necessary.
Then sight read a new piece - rinse and repeat.

Post Edited (2020-09-13 00:28)

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