Hi Jeff,

Ultimately, it would be good to be able to do the Aminor both ways.

The reason has to do with transitioning from one chord to the next.

You are always coming TO a chord from a different chord.

Sometimes one or the other fingering will make that transition smoother. [br][br]

And, after the Aminor has had it's time in the song, you will be moving on to another, different chord. [br][br]

So in a sense, your A minor is "bookended" by where you are coming from, and where you are going to next.

Trying out different fingering options for the A minor may make that whole trifecta easier - or more difficult. It's a matter of experimentation. [br][br]

AND, if you are just starting out, I would recommend you set a goal to master the A minor as taught and notated in the chord charts. In the long run, I think that will serve you better. [br][br]

Save the variations for later.

Play on - have fun! - Lisa