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Topic: memory or sight reading? (Read 1602 times)

pianokid16

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memory or sight reading?

on: April 17, 2006, 06:21:15 PM

Which one would be prefered good memory or good sight reading? i rely on my memory anywhere i go, which is good cuz then i dont need my music anywhere i go. but good sight reading would help me out in auditions, accompaniying, etc.. which one would u guys rather have?

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tac-tics

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Re: memory or sight reading?

Reply #1 on: April 17, 2006, 10:50:36 PM

When you say memory, do you mean repetoire?

A good balance of both is probably best. Good sightreading helps you learn and memorize pieces faster, but memorizing is what you need to work on your musicality.