Originally Posted by: GargyAnd don't forget fret-hand dexterity. Its best to work on dexterity now before you get any permanent habits formed... my greatest regret as a player is not building up enough dexterity between my ring and pinky fingers back when I was beginning; now it cramps my speed and style. I'm still working to loosen those fingers up a little.

Don't overlook your thumb over the top, either. Many do. Start practicing with triplets. Just get the feel with three notes. Then add more, one at a time as you get comfortable.

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