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Fret 2 to 4 in Blues Shuffle
I’m a total newbie. I’m having trouble with the Blues Shuffle-the index (1) and ring finger (3) on the same string is a hard stretch from fret 2 to fret 4. I can only reach it about half the time. Would it be ok to just use my pinky (4) instead?
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First, welcome to a new world for you. Hope you learn to enjoy it as much as many of us do. Always use what works for you but practice learning how to stretch your fingers. In the skills section there is some exercises to help you loosen up your fingers. I use a therapeutic squeeze ball and Chinese steel therapeutic balls to help me strengthen my finger and improve co-ordination. Some famous guitar pickers have learned to compensate for missing fingers and many of us deal with arteritis or other limiting disabilities. But our love of the guitar and our love of learning how to pick has helped us overcome these things. Good luck.
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Thank you for the suggestions. I’m sure when my fingers are more nimble and strong , it will be easier.
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Another way to make those reaches less extreme is to move them towards the body. You can use a capo, but sometimes that’s not even necessary, depending on the drill. And “Yes” it’s totally ok to modify it by using your pinky instead of ring finger.
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