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Beginner Exercise 3

In this exercise, we’re going to test your overall ability to play a simple P and I run using various note values. In Exercise 4, we’re going to really add to this passage, so be sure you understand this exercise before moving forward.

COMPLETELY forget about every finger except for the thumb and index finger on this exercise. We’re going to work solely with those on this exercise.

The Rundown:

This is a very simple lead-based fingerstyle lick using only the G, B, and High E….AND using only your thumb and 1st finger.(Weird huh?)

PIMA Legend

There isn’t much to actually explain about this passage, but I want to make sure you are able to play basic fingerstyle licks before we get too far into the course. Be SURE you understand this passage before moving to the next exercise, even if it looks easy.

Play It!

Download This PTB File at 50 bpm
Download This PDF File at 50 bpm

Video

Next: Beginner Exercise 4