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Travis picking or Atkins?


rethymno
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rethymno
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04/08/2009 6:07 pm
Im getting into finger picking and I was wondering which style I should follow before it's "too late" to pick up another one.

What are the pros and cons of each style?
Are both styles offered in lessons on this website?

Thanks
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hunter1801
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04/10/2009 6:09 pm
Another question: Is there ever a "too late"? I would think not
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04/11/2009 12:19 pm
Hate to not answer the question but I'd heavily suggest Albert Lee. The king of finger picking. Amazing.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGU63KqXuZk

I mention this because all of these guys eventually refer back to Albert. Heck, even Hendrix was in awe of Albert back in the day.

I think both players you mention are fine players in their own right but Albert is the master.
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