Right-Hand Skill Development

Right-Hand Skill Development: Practice the scale using the following drill. Start slow (40 bpm), and increase the tempo gradually. First, play the drill using a pick. Then, play the drill by using rest strokes, alternating with your i and m fingers.

• First, play each note of the scale four times, keeping a steady beat.
• Then, play each note three times, keeping a steady beat.
• Then, play each note two times, keeping a steady beat.
• Then, play each note one time, keeping a steady beat.