Part 3 of the Basic Warmup is all about Descending Slurs, otherwise known as Pull-Offs. This is a very simple exercise, so be sure to really focus on the mechanics of the left hand and of the slurs themselves, and to do them with as little tension/effort as possible. And remember that you're actually plucking the string with your left hand, and not just removing the finger.
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Technique Exercises - Basic Warm-Up P...
Part 4 of the Basic Warmup is all about Trills, which combine a hammer-on with a pull-off. This is a very simple exercise, so be sure to really focus on the mechanics of the left hand and of the both aspects of the trill and to do them with as little tension/effort as possible. And focus on actua...
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Technique Exercises - Basic Warm-Up P...
Part 5 of the Basic Warmup is all about synchronization of the left and right hands. This is a simple exercise, so be sure to really focus on the mechanics of each hand, and on the two hands working together to play at the same moment. You might also concentrate on playing as legato as possible.
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Technique Exercises - Kai's Maj Scale...
These Major scale phrases are great for working on your strings crossings and also on your speed. Watch your alternation carefully as you learn these to get the most out of them.
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