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Here are answers for some of the more frequently asked questions related to flatpicking. If you've got additional questions we've not covered which you'd like to see answered here, feel free to post your questions in the forum.
- What is Flatpicking?
- I have been playing rhythm guitar for years and I now want to learn some lead breaks. Where do I begin?
- What are some of the basic fundamental techniques I need to keep in mind while practicing flatpicking guitar?
- What's all this talk about pick direction?
- What is crosspicking?
- What is a "rest stroke?"
- I am interested in learning to play lead solos in bluegrass jams. Are there any pointers you can give me?
- I would like to improve my rhythm playing. What advice can you give me?
- I've tried learning to play by ear and found it very difficult. Do you have any suggestions that might make it easier for me?
- What is "floating"?
- What are some of the tunes I need to know in order to participate in jam sessions at bluegrass events?
Last updated by Dan Miller May. 11, 2008.
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Dedicated to those of us who are just getting started.
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