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.

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

Many players make the mistake of extending their fingers outward while trying to play scales, which is ineffective and counterproductive.

A common issue is the right hand wrist being too low, which can lead to poor tone and difficulty accessing strings; aim for a wrist position that allows for a free stroke motion.

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

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

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.

To achieve greater distance between fingers, rotate the wrist and allow the hand to move naturally instead of forcing a parallel position to the fretboard.

The first mistake is improper right hand alternation; as classical guitarists, we should regularly alternate fingers to avoid tension and improve speed, fluidity, and accuracy.