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Guitarteacheruk
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Guitarteacheruk
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Joined: 11/07/10
Posts: 17
01/23/2011 10:56 pm
Hi there, welcome.

The starcaster is quite a small guitar

I would suggest perhaps a classical guitar in full size they have huge necks or a telecaster.


I am a guitar teacher and I have many students come to me with this problem that can seem impossible at times to sort.

Also if your problem is hitting other strings when playing chords.

My tip: On the C chord your third finger will most likely be the culprit! it will be going at a slight angle and hitting the D string.

The solution: try pulling your thumb and wrist down slightly so that your hand is able to point the third finger down onto the A string at a better angle so it is not going over the D as well, do not over bend the wrist as it will damage your joints.


I find posture is the hardest thing to achieve and your tutor (if you have one)will need to guide you as words are subjective, however I hope I have been of some help.
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