Topmusicanswers
- Can you play the guitar without a pick?
- Should your fingers be straight when playing guitar?
- Can I use my index finger to strum?
- Is it better to strum with or without a pick?
Can you play the guitar without a pick?
Strumming with the thumb is one of the best and easiest ways to start playing without a pick. Ex. 1 takes a common pattern and demonstrates strumming with the thumb. ... You want the thumb to be relatively parallel to the strings and come in at a slight angle, so your finger doesn't catch on any of the strings.
Should your fingers be straight when playing guitar?
Depending on the shape and size of your arms and hands, it may not be possible to play with a completely straight wrist. Most guitarists have to bend the wrist slightly. You should aim to find a position that allows your fingers to fret notes while maintaining a relatively straight wrist.
Can I use my index finger to strum?
The trick is to not just strum with the flesh part of the thumb or the flesh part of the fingers. ... For the down strum you're going to use the side and top of the nail of your index finger. You can almost pretend you're holding a pick to do this. Bring your thumb and index finger together and strum down.
Is it better to strum with or without a pick?
Most beginners should start with a pick before attempting to strum without. And, if you know how to do it one way, you can always learn the other. But strumming without a pick can allow you more control over your strumming and help you gain access to more tonal possibilities too.
