Use Half the Effort to Play Guitar - Release Excess Tension with this Simple Method

ClassicalGuitarShed.com/half-... In the blink of an eye you can improve your guitar technique. Play with more ease and dexterity. Feel better in your body. And all it takes is asking a simple question, then allowing the change to happen.
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Classical Guitar Shed is an exploration of music, skill, and daily endeavor on the classical guitar. Find articles, courses, tutorials and more at www.ClassicalGuitarShed.com.
If you are learning classical guitar, or would like to learn classical guitar, CGS is a great place to discover resources to help you on the journey. Whether you’re just beginning guitar, or have been playing for decades but want to rise to new levels in your playing, you’ll find highly detailed tutorials and lessons.
At the root of beautiful playing is a solid technique (aka “the way your hands move”). You can find step-by-step methods, presented in very fine detail, showing exactly how to get great sound, and how to move your fingers. So as you progress, you can continue to improve. Bad technique puts a limit on your playing (speed, tone quality, control). Good technique gets stronger and more efficient with every practice. It forms the bedrock foundation for a lifetime of beautiful music. You’ll find loads of technique suggestions and tutorials at Classical Guitar Shed. And if you’re serious about learning great skills, you can join The Woodshed, and get arguably the finest classical guitar education online, with personal support and hundreds of practice-along videos. Read more on The Woodshed here: www.classicalguitarshed.com/l...
You’ll find some of the deepest-diving explorations of classical guitar and Spanish guitar pieces anywhere online, with step-by-step instructions on how to play guitar beautifully so that the music sings and connects with listeners (any yourself) on an emotional level. Music is not entirely subjective. Some ways of doing things are more effective than others. If you learn these basic “rules”, you’ll automatically play with more grace, beauty, and feeling.
At CGS, you’ll also discover archives of comprehensive articles about many of the issues, details, habits, and best practices surrounding playing guitar. You’ll find tips and tricks on how to be more effective at practicing. You’ll find articles on subjects as varied as getting great classical guitar tone, how to avoid pain and injury playing guitar, and the differences between practice and exercise. If you ever need a break from your practice and want to enrich your understanding of all that is classical guitar, browsing the Classical Guitar Shed archives are great place to explore.
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[@bradcomeau3480]

Perspective is important....brilliant reminder, thanks!

[@hortojrafyco]

The most important video on the internet. My god, the suff that was dragging me off

[@CaptainNerdseye]

Think why I enjoy your teaching so much is the mindfulness aspect. I’m applying it to my every day life too and it helps. Thanks pal.

[@akinnon2000]

Thats a big promise right there. You are a great salesman, you understand how to sell the BENEFIT and moving aways from the PAIN. (Whats in for me). Simple but efficient technique. Well done

[@revelationreflection]

My spine is elongating.

[@sirrobinofloxley7156]

As the sculptor know, the beauty of the form lies inside of the rock.

[@LongTrout]

This lesson is so important Tension is the enemy. Mechanics ease tension. Symmetry eases tension. Good technique brings comfort.

[@earthsteward9]

So don't smash the Like button, just touch it gently? Thanks for the video!

[@diannebyrer4296]

Thank you Allen. applicable to so many experiences. I continue to keep following you. It is a important part of my guitar journey.

[@TheMinorFallsTheMajorLifts]

One of your most important lessons. Thank you.

[@andyx8440]

Thank you for a great idea! I will implement it.

[@theofungi6562]

Excellent as usual. Thank you.

[@BigDaddyGeckmo]

Ok. I just been reminded to Be Here Now. It applies to everything in life, doesnt it? Why not to guitar? Like it. Thank you.

[@RadoslawFiejdasz]

Don't by stupid guys, this is wisdom of life not only guitar :) as all journey with learning instrument... Thanks Mr Allen!

[@gregwasko5821]

Hello Allen .. Great point as always. I use this method for sleep.. works ! lol.. I want to say, I watch all your videos and glean much from them. I'm about to turn 75 and life has been kind to me, other than a few riffles. I would subscribe , although social security is my only income.. Anyway, Thank you Allen for being here. All the very best, and God Bless You.. Greg Wasko

[@handlewithcare00]

I have found that if I just mess around with guitar, trying to come up with some melody or just having fun, I have no tension or thought about it. But playing something that I know how it should sound, something that is already done, by: F. Sor, Bach, Barrios or any piece of music I'm trying to learn, the right hand tension comes automatically. This is a good advice though. Less is more. We just have to keep at it, and we will discover all by ourselves.

[@jodyguilbeaux8225]

right, 30 years ago learning notation and playing the guitar using method books. i found that my fingers became clumsy thumbs and the piece was difficult to play. i never gave up and now i am glad i learn from the bottom up and everyone should learn music and guitar the right way and try not to reinvent the wheel. save the effort and have fun playing guitar.

[@eloirbandeira1178]

Bom dia amigo tudo bem

[@rproctor83]

Usually by the end of the night I'm hurting so bad that I can barely hold the guitar.

[@wbishop1330]

"Oh I'm hurt. Oh, my neck, my back, my neck nd my back. Oh, I want $150,000 but we can settle out of court right now for twenty bucks." -Ezal