The Open Strings

Lesson 4/18 | Study Time: 5 Min

Course: Classical Guitar for Kids 1

The Open Strings

An open string is played by using the right hand only. Play these first pieces with the rest stroke you just learned. A piece is the word used for song in classical music. Remember, it’s like walking with your fingers.

Play this on the open first string (E). Remember to rest your right thumb on the low E string (sixth string).

Play this on the open second string (B).

Play this on the open third string (G)

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1- Notes and Terms 2- The Lead-in 3- The Quarter Rest 4- The Three Four Time Signature 5- Position of the Right Hand 6- The Note B 7- How to Read Music 8- INTRODUCTION 9- The Left Hand 10- Music Notes 11- Mixing Strings 1 & 2 12- The Rest Stroke 13- How to Hold the Guitar 14- The Staff 15- The Open Strings 16- Parts of the Guitar 17- The Strings 18- The Right Hand

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