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David Russell

08/12/18

@ Gallery of Guitar

When warming up, I spend a couple of minutes on each hand to ensure a careful warmup process without causing fatigue.

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Guitarist David Russell in Conversation - Practice & Technique.

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Guitarist David Russell in Conversation - Practice & Technique.

08/12/18

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David Russell

04/06/20

@ Anand Chauhan

I prefer to warm up with easier pieces before tackling more difficult music to protect my hands.

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Carlotta Dalia

07/11/25

@ D'Addario and Co.

I never warm up before playing guitar.

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Dr. Mike Israetel

02/13/24

@ Chris Williamson

The ideal warm-up includes both general and specific components; a specific warm-up prepares your muscles and nervous system for the workout ahead.

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Łukasz Kuropaczewski

10/27/24

@ tonebase Guitar

Whenever I have a position change, I take extra time to prepare, sometimes needing two or three beats to adjust.

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Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The concept of warming up the brain for cognitive tasks is not as well understood as warming up for physical activities, but it is equally important.

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Łukasz Kuropaczewski

10/27/24

@ tonebase Guitar

Before playing a piece, I prepare my right hand by placing my fingers on the strings, ensuring they are stable for easier left-hand preparation.

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David Russell

04/06/20

@ Anand Chauhan

It's essential to maintain a comfortable feeling while playing scales, ensuring that both hands work harmoniously together. I always start my practice with simple exercises to build comfort and familiarity.

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Łukasz Kuropaczewski

10/27/24

@ tonebase Guitar

I always prepare my right hand before playing a note, ensuring it is ready to strike the string just before the note is played.

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Łukasz Kuropaczewski

10/27/24

@ tonebase Guitar

Practicing slowly allows me to press the strings before I play, which helps avoid mistakes and ensures clarity in sound.