Originally Posted by: slsnare

But there is ONE thing I would respond to.... The chromatic practice would simply be to strengthen and give my ring and pinky finger more dexterity and strength.

Building strength & dexterity is very important. But those non-musical exercises aren't the only way to do it. In this tutorial I discuss creative ways to do that while still playing music.

https://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=1292

Secret pinky exercises!