kiwimuso

I find learning new music incredibly daunting. I don't know how people fit all the notes in their brain. How do you recommend learning a new piece? Particularly if it is for a large ensemble like a choir or orchestra, and I'm not nearly a good enough pianist to play all the parts at once? It just seems overwhelming.

Wow thanks for your reply. I'll have to take some time to digest it all!

I'm coming from the challenge of learning a piece of music for large ensemble (eg a wind band, orchestra, choir, etc) and understanding it well enough to conduct the group. A keyboard reduction might not even exist if it is a new piece.

Thanks very much for your help.