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Originally Posted by Sam-Y
Sweet. Thanks Mr. Dave. That part with the middle finger is really tricky. Also, when I'm holding the D string with my third finger, I find it difficult to pluck the open G string as it gets caught. Do you recommend I wrap my thumb around the upper neck of the guitar or just place it right in the middle of the neck in a pushing position? Is my question confusing? lol
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no worries.
i guess i should have been more clear with the fingering of those chord shapes. i wouldn't be using my 3rd finger on the D string, only on the high E. the D (and A) string action is all with my middle finger, the
offensive one haha. your index finger takes care of the notes on the B string.
as for the thumb question, that's a matter of personal preference and comfort. myself, i'm a hendrix disciple with big hands, so i'm all about wrapping my thumb around the neck. technically this is HORRIBLE posture, and could potentially contribute to issues down the road depending on the overall position of my hands and wrists when playing. for me, wrapping the thumb is comfortable, but it really depends on what you're playing.
if you EVER start feeling cramps or a burning sensation in your wrist or in the tendons in the top part of your hand STOP PLAYING IMMEDIATELY. take a little break, stretch and shake your hand, loosen up the muscles and get the blood flowing again then CHANGE your posture. even a slight change can make a noticeable difference.