Let’s talk about the right hand position and how to effectively strum and pluck the strings. The right hand is responsible for dynamics and tone so make sure you follow the three right hand position golden rules shown in the video.

Right Hand Duty

The awesome thing about playing guitar is that we can either pluck or strum the strings.

The strumming technique is a very simple approach in which the right hand brushes the strings up and down. Beginners love this technique because it’s easy to learn a lot of songs and chords.

The fingerpicking technique (also known as fingerstyle technique) is slightly different than strumming and (it could be) more difficult. With this approach you will pluck the strings with the right hand fingertips (phalanges or nails). You can play the strings simultaneously or individually.

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Right Hand Position | Fingerstyle Three Golden Rules

Follow these three golden rules below:

• Keep the thumb in front of the fingers.
• Position the index, middle and index finger at a 45 degree angle.
• Understand the knuckles movement.

Quick Recap

• Understand the difference between strumming and fingerstyle.
• Learn the three fingerstyle golden rules.