Share This Thread How to finger a scale variation James Pierson (173) Instructional Forum 6/9/2007 11:20:07 AM · 28 Views [Respond to this Message] I've been working on some interesting lessons and have come across a new scale form that I need some help playing. Here's the form, from lesson #3971: What I'm wondering is the best way to finger the 6th and 5th string notes. Since the intervals on each string cover 5 frets, I need to modify my standard "one finger per fret per string" technique. I'd appreciate any suggestions as to good ways to do this. Thanks Jim

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• Respond to this Re: How to finger a scale variation 6/9/2007 12:09:02 PM Alan Roberts (10000) wrote: Play the notes at the third fret with the pointer finger, the notes at the fifth fret with the middle finger and the notes at the seventh fret with the pinkie. Peace, Alan

• Respond to this Re: How to finger a scale variation 6/9/2007 3:50:03 PM Carla Andelt (Murphey) (1261) wrote: I would hammmer them exactly how Alan said to, and then on your D string, use index and middle. You're getting a little "stretch" work there, plus strengthening all of your fingers, as well as pattern training them and ear training. Practice that way for awhile for agility and control, then later you can practice slide-ins with any finger you wish. Actually practicing slide-ins with all fingers, one at a time of course, is good practice. Keep at it!!! Carla As years go by, our hands become less agile and the exercises in themselves are good.

• Respond to this Re: How to finger a scale variation 6/9/2007 6:20:30 PM James Pierson (173) wrote: Thanks Carla, and Alan, too. This advice is great -- because I knew this would be an opportunity to develop my technique; but I wasn't sure how to go about it. Thanks again. Jim

• Respond to this Re: How to finger a scale variation 6/11/2007 8:54:00 PM Carla Andelt (Murphey) (1261) wrote: Happy pickin', James. And welcome to Wholenote. Glad to have you aboard, too. Looking forward to your input, as well. Everyone has something to contribute so feel free to contribute any new information you've learned so that we may all benefit. Later, Carla

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