When playing legato, there should be no gaps between notes; they must be connected smoothly.

To connect notes played on different strings, allow a brief overlap where both notes ring together, helping the ear perceive them as one continuous sound. Legato means to play connected, and I advise developing legato fingerings when playing on the same string or across strings, as well as using portamentos.

When playing legato on one string, ensure the gap between both notes is as tiny as possible.

Legato means 'tied up' in Italian, emphasizing the connection between notes, contrasting with staccato, which means 'detached'.

Connecting notes using legato techniques creates a musical line, making the notes part of a complete idea rather than disconnected entities.

When playing legato, I can put my fourth and first fingers down together, allowing me to lift off my fourth finger and play the first finger smoothly, creating a connected sound.

To achieve a nice legato, I need to let the string resonate until the next note is played, rather than dampening it, which creates a staccato effect.

When applying legato techniques to a piece, start by playing the notes without overlapping, then gradually introduce overlapping and portamento for a smoother sound.

For notes across two strings, try to make them overlap to achieve a smoother legato sound.