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How Much Should a Child Practice? Practice time can vary dramatically depending on several factors such as age, maturity, interest level, and family priorities. One possible scenario is to teach your child once a week in a longer session and have them practice five to ten minutes (or whatever you decide) a day during the rest of the week. Because you don’t have to put the ocarina together beforehand, or wet a reed, or clean up, or take it apart afterwards, a ten-minute practice session can be very productive, although a half-hour might be more appropriate for older children. It also isn’t mandatory to practice everyday; one can progress rapidly by practicing from three to five times a week. If they are so inclined, encourage your children to carry their ocarina with them in a pocket or sheath and play it whenever they feel the urge. While most people who play traditional band instruments don’t continue as adults, the ocarina is easy to keep playing all throughout life if you carry it with you. In conclusion, whatever the number of minutes or practice sessions per week, the key to progress is consistency.