Shifting Studies
When Articulated Shifts are to be performed,
Since Expressive Shifts are arc-like in motion, when they are to be performed, I will appear.
Shifting Study # 1 — One Octave D-String Climb
Challenge: (After performing Open D), shift to each pitch with the 1st finger.
Always plan ahead! Think all scale steps. [WW½ WWW½]
As you perform each note, visualize the location of the next pitch ahead of time. Shift your entire hand accurately and play in tune.
I will appear. These motions are quite angular.