Subject: The first step is not playing

Sometimes the real beginning happens before the violin leaves the case.

Hi Friend,



We often believe that returning to the violin begins when we start practicing again. But sometimes the real first step happens earlier.


Before the scales. Before the bow touches the string. Before the instrument even leaves the case.


In this week’s reflection, I share why the environment around your practice matters more than forcing motivation.


→ Read: The First Step Is Not Playing


 Never stop playing,

Marlene

The First Step is Not Playing

Mar 11, 2026 — by Marlene Cruz Lozano

in Practice That Fits Real Life


Practice doesn’t begin when you play the first note. It begins earlier — when the violin is visible, accessible, and easy to reach. A short reflection on why the smallest step is often the one that matters most.


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