

This is the most common way to finger pick. This helps accent a particular note.įree Strokes: Plucking a string without touching any other strings.

For example, pluck the B string with your first finger and let it come to a stop against the G string. Rest Strokes: Plucking the string and letting your finger or thumb come to a rest on the adjacent string. Average acoustic guitar players, such as singer-songwriters, or even the vast majority of gigs I play, only require the most basic techniques. Finger Picking Basicsįinger picking is used by classical and flamenco guitarists who have developed a notation and vocabulary for a variety of right hand techniques.

For today's lesson we'll go over some exercises to strengthen your finger picking, and perhaps expand your vocabulary with some new patterns.
