Adding Messages When Assigning

When you assign an exercise, most interfaces let you add an optional message. This is hugely valuable.

What to include in assignment messages:

Focus cues: - "Pay attention to breath support on the long notes" - "Try to keep your timing tight — aim for under 50ms deviation"

Goals: - "See if you can hit 3 goal hits this week" - "Record this 5 times and pick your best attempt"

Context: - "This will help with that upper register issue we talked about" - "Prep for your audition next month — this works the passage you're struggling with"

Encouragement: - "I think you're ready for this challenge!" - "You've been doing great — let's level up"

Practical instructions: - "Warm up first with your usual routine" - "Record this at the end of your practice session when you're warmed up"

Why messages matter: Students practice alone. A short message from you provides context, motivation, and direction, making practice feel connected to your teaching relationship.

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