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Playing Between Positions: Michael Tree's Unique Philosophy of Fingering

Playing Between Positions: Michael Tree's Unique Philosophy of Fingering

Notes on Michael Tree’s unique approach to the fingerboard.

Practicing, Technique, Tone, Left HandTravis MarilNovember 4, 2023 Comment

Mapping the Fingerboard, One Half-Step at a Time

Mapping the Fingerboard, One Half-Step at a Time

A video tutorial covering fundamental exercises to chart your personal mental map of the fingerboard.

Practicing, Technique, Left Hand, ScalesTravis MarilJune 15, 2023Comment

Video: How Karen Tuttle’s "plop" transformed my Left Hand

Video: How Karen Tuttle’s "plop" transformed my Left Hand

A video tutorial of Karen Tuttle’s foundational left hand concepts.

Practicing, Technique, Left HandTravis MarilMay 24, 2023 Comments

Harmonics and Ponticello: A Partially Perfect Pair

Harmonics and Ponticello: A Partially Perfect Pair

Want to develop a faster left hand and a deeper sound while working less? Try this technical “superset.”

Practicing, Technique, Tone, Left Hand, Right Hand, CoordinationTravis MarilApril 22, 2023Comment