The Metronome: Good or Bad? (with David Chang and Dominic)
What is the metronome actually doing for us—and when might it start working against us?
In this livestream, David Chang and Dominic Cheli take a closer look at one of the most common (and most misunderstood) tools in music practice. Together, they’ll explore how the metronome can build clarity, stability, and control—and how it can also limit flexibility if used without intention.
We’ll dive into practical techniques like metronome cycling, and tempo ladders, along with other creative ways to develop rhythmic independence and confidence.
Beyond the mechanics, we’ll also talk about the psychological side of practicing with a metronome: how it can reduce pressure, sharpen focus, or sometimes create tension and rigidity.
Whether you rely on it constantly or avoid it altogether, this session is about understanding how to use the metronome in a way that actually supports your playing.
Bring your questions, experiments, and even frustrations—we’ll work through them together in real time.
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Hi dominic. Thanks for answering my question for the debussy’s image (reflet dans leau) last week. It helps alot.
also, relating to that same piece. I would like to ask how does people use the metronome in a piece like debussy’s image where there is a constant change in tempo in every few bars
It does not make sense for me to keep changing/adjusting the metronome speed everytime i reach a new section.
I find it difficult to find a speed that i can play through to hold the piece together. Any tips on how i can go about this?
Also, any general tips on how one can use the metronome in polyrhythmic passages and cadenza-like passages ( for example, cadenza passages in liszt liebestraume no 3 )