The Weeding Stage
This video lesson forms part of the Weeding Stage chapter of The PianoWell Program. Watch the lesson first, then continue with the complete written chapter for detailed study and practice.
About this lesson
Theory and practice of the weeding stage — working with tempo and memorization while remaining in the artistic state.
The purpose of the weeding stage is to gradually lessen the fear of making mistakes—accepting that they are a natural part of being human. Working carefully with tempo and memorization while remaining in the artistic state, it refines the passages that remain uncertain and provides an essential foundation for the Unperformance Stage.
What this lesson covers
- Refining uncertain passages while staying in the artistic state
- Establishing the correct tempo consistently before playing
- Troubleshooting fatigue, tone, and technical insecurity in fast tempos
Inside the Weeding Stage chapter
The complete Weeding Stage chapter, part of Volume III — Deepen Musical Language & Artistry, continues beyond this video across overview, slow pieces, fast pieces, troubleshooting, stamina, and practice. The written material carries a practice commitment of 5 of 5.
- Overview
- Slow Pieces
- Fast Pieces
- Troubleshooting
- Stamina
- Practice