Originally Posted by: bobdefandorfHi-
I'm pretty new to the site. I've played acoustic rhythm guitar for years and I'm just starting to learn how to play melodies. Can anyone suggest any exercises for strengthening my left pinky and extending its reach?
There are lessons here on GT that address the issue..and forum threads; https://www.guitartricks.com/forum/thread.php?p=309159
https://www.guitartricks.com/forum/thread.php?p=304092 (see my post#3 and Christopher S' #4)
https://www.guitartricks.com/forum/thread.php?p=301052
This is the current url of the great exercise on Justin Guitar, http://www.justinguitar.com/en/TE-101-FingerStretchExercise.php
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