EXAMPLE3 Pull-off and descend

Taking a similar approach to Example 2 – technically at least – this example could be merged with hammer-ons to create smooth legato lines, but for now let’s concentrate on this one area. Using a clean, or cleanish tone forces you to concentrate on how effective your fretting hand is in generating enough energy to get the string moving. Step by step is the way to go, rather than punishing workouts.