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Left-Hand Technique, Part 2: Finding Pitch


This lesson is part of the course Beginning Bluegrass and Old-Time Fiddle with Chad Manning.
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Left-Hand Technique, Part 2: Finding Pitch
Left-Hand Technique, Part 2: Finding Pitch
 
It’s been said that pitch is more of an art than a science. In this lesson, Chad delves into various pitch issues, such as the nice “ring” you can get when you play certain notes perfectly in tune, landing notes firmly with your fingers and adjusting the pitch afterward by “rolling” your finger, and more. Chad also talks about the “just” intonation used in most folk music styles, and demonstrates the differences in pitch that some notes have depending on the key they’re in.

 
 
 

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