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Susan Johnston
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Susan Johnston replied to the topic Wondering (worrying, actually) about left thumb position in the forum Questions & Struggles 3 years ago
Thanks so much, John and Jonathan. It seems the best thing to do is slow down and take time find the spot for the thumb that works best for what I’m trying to do.
I suspect some of my problem is hand strength, which should improve with time and practice.
Cheers – Susan -
Susan Johnston started the topic Wondering (worrying, actually) about left thumb position in the forum Questions & Struggles 3 years ago
A very long time ago, I played classical guitar (not well and not for long) and have the training/habit of keeping my left thumb in the middle of the back of the neck. As I work, now, with a stiffer steel-string, on the E family chords, I’m not clear on what to do with my left thumb. I’m starting to feel pain in the lowest joint and wonder if I am pressing too hard, in the wrong position,…Read More
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Susan Johnston started the topic Purpose and Plan – Learn How Chords Work in the forum Your Current Purpose & Plan 3 years ago
I’ve been a vocalist forever, so I understand notes when they happen one at a time. But as I age out of serious singing, I’d like to be able to play an instrument. So, I have a 33-string lever harp, a steel string guitar and time to learn and practise. I’m pretty much a beginner at both.
When I started to play the harp, I realized that the “chords” I think I know on the guitar are just…Read More
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