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Mircea Gogoncea

03/17/24

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The left-hand stretch on the guitar is often more about technique than physical limitations, as demonstrated by students with smaller hands who can still manage significant stretches.

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Achieving IMPOSSIBLE Stretches With Ease (ft. Mircea Gogoncea)

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Achieving IMPOSSIBLE Stretches With Ease (ft. Mircea Gogoncea)

03/17/24

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Mircea Gogoncea

03/17/24

@ tonebase Guitar

A common misconception is that the left hand must always be parallel to the fretboard, which limits the ability to stretch effectively.

Mircea Gogoncea

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@ tonebase Guitar

Many guitarists struggle with stretches because they focus on the wrong techniques, leading to discomfort and potential injury.

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I've noticed that many guitarists, even professionals, have a tendency to play with their fingers extending outwards, which is not ideal for technique.

Mircea Gogoncea

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If you try to maintain a parallel hand position while stretching from A to F sharp, it becomes nearly impossible, regardless of hand size.

Mircea Gogoncea

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@ tonebase Guitar

Folding fingers down while stretching others can create a larger distance between them, allowing for more comfortable and effective stretches.

Mircea Gogoncea

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To achieve a stretch between the first and second fingers, ensure that the joints at the end of the fingers are positioned to the left of the tips, rather than following the standard parallel position.

Mircea Gogoncea

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When preparing for a stretch, it's easier to start with the core of the hand in position and then extend one finger to the side, rather than trying to move the finger first.

Angel Romero

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To achieve a relaxed hand position, I minimize unnecessary movement, allowing only my fingers to move while my hands remain still on the guitar.

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Remember that a bar is more about pulling the guitar against your chest rather than squeezing it, allowing gravity to assist in applying pressure with your left arm.