How to get BETTER on the mandolin! | The BEST thing I have done to improve my playing

Getting better at the mandolin is a goal that we all have. But HOW do we actually do that? This video goes into detail about the thing that has made the biggest difference in my playing...and it's easier than you think!

0:00 -Intro
0:47 -The thing that has helped me the most!
1:48 -Recordings yourself adds pressure
3:51 -Analyzing your playing
6:38 -Listening for clear notes
7:03 -Listening for dynamics
9:13 -Listening to see if the dynamics are big enough
10:16 -Over exaggerate your dynamics
11:42 -You hear it differently
12:00 -Everything is magnified in recording
13:21 -Dealing with frustration
14:42 -It will almost never be perfect
16:10 -Final thoughts

If you are interested in online mandolin lessons, transcription work, or finding out more information about me, check out my website with the link below!
https://www.emmaborders.com

Here is the link to my own original arrangements for mandolin and octave mandolin which you can purchase with the link below:)
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Portable music stand:
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