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Which finger should I use?

by Vinh
(Vietnam)

I've have been learning the guitar for about 2 months. My teacher always tells me to play alternate fingers with the "i" and "m" fingers.
However, I don't know when should I use the "a" finger.

Hi Vinh,

You use the "a" finger as required e.g. as in arpeggio chords that use all the fingers of the right hand in succession or selected pattern.

If your inner fingers are otherwise occupied then it stands to reason that you'll need to use your "a" finger when other notes are required. When you get to play more complicated music with several "voices" you'll be able to use your "a" finger.

Kind regards,
Trevor M.