Have you ever wondered how the Pros play so fast? Here are some clues… After reading this article you will be equipped with the guidelines necessary to properly finger notes on the Oud fingerboard. 1. Make use of two hand positions For left hand technique there are two main hand positions you can use when playing the Oud, I have termed these: The whole hand position This position uses…
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This article and video is going to teach you how to take a simple melody and turn it into a trail blazing explosion of serious Van Halen inspired chops! And this Oud technique only involves three parts: 1. Hold down a note on fingerboard and play a down stroke 2. Pull-off that note with your left-hand finger to allow the open string to sound 3. Then play the open string again…
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