From EReserves online read A Better Idea and What Deliberate Practice Is and Isnt.
1) 1.What impresses you the most in A Better Idea? Why? Do you agree with or have doubts his findings pertaining to the violinist — or talent — in general?
2) 2.Summarize the main tenets of deliberate practice as put forth by Colvin and discuss how they relate to your own practicing.