Theory "mental" exercises

Robguitaruk · Post by **Robguitaruk** » Mon Mar 16, 2026 6:44 pm

A question - is "theory mental exercises" away from the instrument (like interval naming, chord spelling, scale spelling) a part of your learning routines? For years i've neglected this but noticed more and more teachers recommend it.

MetalPlayer · Post by **MetalPlayer** » Tue Mar 17, 2026 7:50 am

I never took a theory class with an instrument in my hand. However, some singing may be required.

StudioPro · Post by **StudioPro** » Tue Mar 17, 2026 7:52 am

Mental practice of theory and fretboard visualization, humming arpeggios while imagining song progressions are efficient ways to boost learning.

MetalPlayer · Post by **MetalPlayer** » Tue Mar 17, 2026 7:57 am

Yes, this is very useful, you'll be happy you did it.