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What is "Slow Practice"

As anyone who has taken private lessons is probably aware, one practice technique encouraged by teachers is "slow practice". What is it, and why is it so important to do this? What are musicians expected to listen for in the process, and how to relate that to their "up-to-tempo" efforts? This short piece by Grammy-winning violinist Hilary Hahn addresses these questions.

http://www.hilaryhahn.com/favorites/favˍ05.shtml

Mozart Makes the Brain Hum, a Study Finds

A fun piece that askis: "Can it be that the music of Mozart is not only exalting but can also improve intelligence?"

http://www.nytimes.com/1993/10/14/us/mozart-makes-the-brain-hum-a-study-finds.html?fta=y

Genius: The Modern View

This op-ed piece from teh NY Times has lots to do with how we teach. I know from my own experience as a child that I was pretty much left uncoached in HOW to practice efficiently. And I think now we place emphasis on kids putting in their time, but we're not as good at helping kids a) set goals for their practice sessions and b) knowing the keys to effective practicing.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/01/opinion/01brooks.html?ˍr=2