TECHNIQUE FOCUS

Fretting-hand technique

Fretting-hand technique on the classical guitar can be physically very strenuous, particularly when we require a melody line, bass line and middle accompaniment all simultaneously. If you experience aching or pain in your fretting hand and forearm during practice, stop and rest for a few seconds. Try to build up stamina by practising pieces in small sections, repeating many times slowly and never forcing it. Try to minimise the use of barre chords whenever possible - and remember to practice regularly!