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The First String

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The open first string

The Right Hand

Hold the wrist well up aivay from the Guitar.

The Rest Stroke

The fingqr strikes across the string and comes to resr
on the next lowest string. Practise with 'i' and 'm'
alternateiy on the first string (E) producing a walking
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Music uses the letters A to G in the alphabet. When reaching G

it starts again from A. You now know all the notes from üe
middle G (third string) to top G (third finger on first string).
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The Open Bass Strings

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The open S The open ry The open

fourth string fifth string O sixth string

The right-hand thumb (called 'p') will play

these notes. Strike across the string in front
of the fingers keeping the thumb straight.
Do not rest on the next string.

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The next two pieces can be played as a round. The second

guitar can begin when the first guitar reaches the *.

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More Chords
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