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Originally Posted by highvibrational
Hi all,
It's been about 10 weeks since I dropped the pick so I could see what else was possible using my right hand. So far, I feel as free as a bird and know this is the beginning of a fun journey. I already knew how to play some classical as well as Travis-style picking, so the transition wasn't as difficult as it could have been. I find that I still choose to strum for faster songs with my newly grown nails. Happily, all my guitars are suitable for this kind of play.
I'd love any thoughts about what kinds of techniques and skills to look into as I hop merrily down this road.
If you have any videos that show your techniques, please share!
Cheers,
HV
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I have been playing fingerstyle for the last 25 years and use thumbpicks occasionally when I need the Travis boom chuck but 95% of it is bare-fingers for me. I play mostly in alternate tunings and prefer a mellow sound.
If you ever get tired of growing and maintaining your nails, as I did, I recommend watching Michael Watts's excellent video on nail care.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCNKyOynL8o&t=518s
Enjoy the journey!