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Classical Guitar Corner Cast

10/03/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

When using the 'lift and shift' technique, it's important to lift your finger straight up to avoid dragging along the string, which causes noise.

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5 Ways to stop finger noise “squeaks” on guitar

@ Classical Guitar Corner

5 Ways to stop finger noise “squeaks” on guitar

10/03/21

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Classical Guitar Corner Cast

10/03/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

The first technique to reduce string noise is 'lift and shift', where you lift your finger straight up instead of dragging it along the string when moving between notes.

Classical Guitar Corner Cast

10/03/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

The second technique involves using guide fingers on the treble strings while lifting and shifting on the bass strings to maintain stability and reduce noise.

Classical Guitar Corner Cast

07/11/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

When crossing strings, lift both fingers to play the open string, as blending notes can create unwanted sounds in certain contexts.

Simon Powers

11/05/17

@ Classical Guitar Corner

In the left hand, avoid lifting fingers unnecessarily when they are not needed, as this can create extra movement and hinder your playing efficiency.

Classical Guitar Corner Cast

10/03/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

The placement of your fingertips can impact string noise; try to avoid pressing down on the very tip of your finger to reduce squeaks.

tonebase Guitar Cast

11/25/24

@ tonebase Guitar

To reach the open string, I have to lift my upper joint while holding the chord.

tonebase Guitar Cast

11/25/24

@ tonebase Guitar

You can often release tension in your hand by only pressing the necessary strings, which helps avoid unnecessary strain.

Classical Guitar Corner Cast

10/03/21

@ Classical Guitar Corner

Re-fingering a passage can help reduce string noise by using different fingers for different notes, which minimizes the dragging effect.

Emmanuel Sowicz

05/22/21

@ tonebase Guitar

To achieve a clean portamento, avoid pressing too strongly or too lightly while shifting; find a balance in pressure to connect the notes elegantly.