Learn one new musical chord or note pattern

Learn one chord, scale or short phrase on an instrument you have access to.

Why it helps

Small pieces of music practised on purpose build muscle memory faster than playing the same tune again. Ten focused minutes beat an hour of drifting.

How to do it

1. Pick one chord or short pattern you do not yet know.
2. Play it slowly and check each finger or note.
3. Repeat it ten times, then switch to a chord you know and back.

Make it easier

Hum or clap a new rhythm instead.

Make it harder

Add a second chord and play the pair smoothly.