Once I can play the piece star to finish with the music. I take the score and visualize the piece without the gutiar in my hands. Next, I visualize the piece without the score or the guitar.
After I can play the piece (guitar in hand now) through without memory lapses, I randomly select starting points (measure 10, measure 6 etc.). I use the score initially, then work without the score.
Then I chose a space where family members will pass by or enter. They tend to produce the best distractons for me. I have also used Hendrix on the stereo, the television, and sitting on the front porch while garbage collectors or landscapers make their way up my street, for distractions to overcome.
I found that if I use these techniques (extra effort), pieces learned (and thought forgotten) decades ago, come back to me in a practice session or two.
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