Technique Lab Program – Module 2 |

Alternate Fingering | Classical D

Hey guys, new lesson available inside the Technique Lab Program.

In this lesson we are going to focus on one of the most important aspect of fingerstyle technique: The alternate fingering.

Understanding how pluck the strings is of paramount importance especially if you are a beginner.

If you improve your alternate fingering technique you will be able to:

Pluck the strings fluently
Play faster
Achieve a better tone
Improve finger dexterity

About the Exercise

Key: D major

Technique: Alternate fingering.

Alternate Fingering Pattern: m-i throughout (middle – index)

Sections: There are two sections. The first part of the exercise is based on a simple descending pattern which can be performed mainly on one string. The second section is a little bit more challenging and repetitive.

Level: For beginners and intermediate guitar players.

How to practice: I highly recommend to start with one bar at a time. The main plucking pattern is m-i movement so make sure you pluck the strings correctly. It is very simple to double/triple pluck with the same finger so start slowly and articulate a lot. Recording a video of you playing could help you figure out if you are plucking the strings correctly.

Understand the plucking movement before moving on to the next bar. As you notice, the left hand will navigate up and down the neck so spend time learning the left hand so that you can play the notes with confidence.

Control over speed.

If you have trouble with this exercise, leave a comment under the video on the Patreon page.

Good luck guys!