Having established a consistent right hand position, it is now possible to experiment using the exercises and studies previously learned (along, of course, with those to come) by shifting the right hand (and arm) to achieve tone contrasts on different areas of the string. We can divide the string’s plucking area into three tonal areas:
Overall, it is most effective to use ponticello when playing passages in the lower positions, and dolce when playing in higher positions, as can be heard through experimentation.