KMMI77 -> RE: Flicking versus non-flicking rasgueados (Jan. 12 2014 10:46:51)
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I dramatically reduced my using of flicking or loaded Rasgueados a long time ago. I also almost completely stopped playing rasqueados using the little finger as well. Other than when playing a particular old style bulerias compas strumming pattern, I don't find using the little finger as appealing as i once did. To develop non flicking rasqueados, I practiced bringing each finger up to the fifth string and allowing it to fall through the strings until straight. Playing one finger at a time and relaxing the hand between fingers falling. After a long period of time, combining the slow practice and lots of general playing, I could hear the sound generated by each finger becoming more and more even. I also found that i had far more control in replicating what i was hearing. The feeling in my hand also became far more relaxed. Developing control and strength in the third finger takes a long time though. But once I had more control, a lot of doorways were opened. I prefer to think of the fingers falling under their own weight rather than flicking out. Especially when practicing really slowly. Obviously they have to push through the resistance of the strings, so finding the optimal amount of force takes time. Then you have to contend with executing different phrases at various velocities. Some requiring more tension than others to have the desired effect within the compas. Or m a fast and i delayed for example. What i find hinders progression when incorporating something new into my playing , is having to perform regularly. This often results in resorting back to a way that is not preferable. But i do find that if i keep working on techniques slowly when i can, they eventually replace the old ways. But gigs do slow it down a lot.
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