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Fingerstyle & Singer Songwriter Techniques Explored

Finger Gym - 3 Finger Combinations

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Intermediate Acoustic Level 5

Ready to sound like those impressive singer-songwriters you admire? This fifth module of my Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Course uncovers the secret techniques that make acoustic performers stand out, helping you refine your skills through structured exercises and jam tracks.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Finger Independence & Pro Techniques: Strengthen control with 3-finger combo exercises and learn a key singer-songwriter trick for a professional sound.
  • Practical Chord Mastery: Apply the “Inside Out, Outside In” concept to G, C, and D for real song applications, plus play any chord using just one finger.
  • Expressive Fingerstyle Playing: Explore the beauty of fingerstyle 6ths in A and develop a roots-5ths-10ths fingerstyle jam.
  • Jam & Song Application: Put everything into practice with a track inspired by James Bay’s Hold Back The River style.

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